Lays Of The Minnesingers; Or German Troubadours Of The Twelfth And Thirteenth Centuries

By Edgar Taylor

Book Overview

Lays of the Minnesingers is a book written by Edgar Taylor that explores the work of German troubadours during the 12th and 13th centuries. The book is a collection of poems and songs that were popular during this time period, and it provides insight into the cultural and social context in which they were written. The Minnesingers were a group of poets and musicians who were known for their love songs and romantic poetry, and their work had a significant impact on German literature and culture. This book offers a glimpse into the lives and works of some of the most famous Minnesingers, including Walther von der Vogelweide, Heinrich von Morungen, and Hartmann von Aue. The poems are translated into English, allowing readers to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the original German language. Overall, Lays of the Minnesingers is a fascinating exploration of a rich and vibrant period in German literary history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116324029X
• ISBN13: 9781163240298
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"