Otfrids Evangelienbuch [German]

By Paul Otfrid and Paul Piper

Otfrids Evangelienbuch, Volume 2, edited by Paul Piper, presents a critical edition of Otfrid of Weissenburg's ninth-century biblical epic. Written in rhyming Old High German verse, the "Evangelienbuch" retells the Gospel stories, offering valuable insights into the language, culture, and religious thought of the early medieval period.

This volume provides scholars and students with an essential resource for understanding the development of German literature and the transmission of biblical narratives in the vernacular. Piper's edition offers a meticulously prepared text, making the work accessible to modern readers interested in early Germanic studies, medieval history, and the evolution of Christian literature.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: German
• ISBN: 1023742527
• ISBN13: 9781023742528
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• Length: 706 Pages
• Weight: 2.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"