Das Nibelungen Lied: Or Lay Of The Last Nibelungers (1848)

Das Nibelungen Lied, also known as The Lay of the Last Nibelungers, is a German epic poem that was first written down in the 13th century. The story follows the heroic adventures of Siegfried, a dragon-slaying warrior, and his wife Kriemhild, as well as the tragic downfall of their family due to jealousy and betrayal. In this edition of the poem, published in 1848, German philologist Carl Lachmann presents a critical analysis of the text and its various versions, as well as a detailed commentary on the historical and cultural context in which it was created. Lachmann's work is considered a landmark in the study of medieval German literature, and his insights into the poem's structure and meaning continue to influence scholarship to this day. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval literature, Germanic mythology, or the cultural history of Europe. Its rich language and vivid imagery make it a timeless masterpiece that continues to captivate readers over 800 years after its creation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.