Van den Vos Reynaerde

The tale opens with a lively narrator inviting listeners into the world of Reynaert, a wily fox whose clever tricks outwit the other creatures of the forest. From the very first verses we hear the fox plotting his next escapade, setting the stage for a series of encounters that lampoon the pride and hypocrisy of the medieval court. Its humor is both earthy and sharp, and the verses pulse with the rhythm of a centuries‑old oral tradition.

The version you’ll hear is drawn from the most important Middle‑Dutch manuscripts, carefully aligned by modern scholars to preserve the original rhyme and meter. A concise introduction explains the history of the texts, the differences between the Comburg and Dyck manuscripts, and provides gentle guidance for listeners unfamiliar with Middle Dutch. The narration respects the original language while offering clear pronunciation, allowing you to experience the poetry as it was meant to be heard.