Heliand Oder Die Altsachsische Evangelien-harmonie: Heliand: Poema Saxonicum Seculi Noni ... [German]

By Johann Andreas Schmeller

"Heliand Oder Die Alts chsische Evangelienharmonie" presents a meticulous scholarly examination of the "Heliand," an Old Saxon religious epic from the ninth century. This edition, prepared by Johann Andreas Schmeller, offers readers access to the poem that retells the life of Jesus in the context of Germanic heroic tradition. This valuable resource includes detailed analysis, textual notes, and linguistic insights, making it indispensable for scholars of Germanic philology, medieval literature, and religious history. Schmeller's work highlights the cultural fusion inherent in the text, where biblical narratives are interwoven with the values and aesthetics of early medieval Saxon society. A cornerstone text for understanding the intersection of Christianity and Germanic culture, the "Heliand" remains a compelling work for anyone interested in the roots of European literary and religious identity.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: German
• ISBN: 1279194510
• ISBN13: 9781279194515
• Release Date: March 2012
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 186 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"