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DAS NIBELUNGENLIED
KARL SIMROCK
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A lavish tapestry of heroism and tragedy unfolds in a medieval court where honor and feuds intertwine. The mighty warrior Siegfried arrives bearing a secret treasure and a fame that dazzles the Burgundian king. He wins the hand of the beautiful Kriemhild, and their lavish wedding sets the stage for both celebration and simmering envy among the nobles.
Soon, the court’s rivalries surface as jealous rivals plot against Siegfried’s invincibility. A treacherous scheme, sparked by a lingering grudge, brings the hero’s downfall in a single, shocking night. The loss reverberates through Kriemhild’s grief, igniting a promise of vengeance that will shape the saga’s relentless quest for justice.
Language
de
Duration
~9 hours (573K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Feb 5, 2005
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
Written by an unidentified or anonymous creator, this work carries an extra layer of mystery. That uncertainty is part of its appeal, inviting readers to focus on the story, ideas, or history on the page rather than the person behind it.
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