Otfrids Evangelienbuch, Volumes 1-2 [German, Old High]

By Otfrid

Otfrids Evangelienbuch, presented here in two volumes, is a significant work of Old High German literature. Written by Otfrid of Weissenburg in the 9th century, this metrical gospel book retells the life of Jesus Christ in the vernacular, making it accessible to a wider audience. The work is notable for its use of rhyming couplets and its attempts to establish a literary tradition in German. These volumes offer a valuable resource for scholars and students interested in early Germanic languages, medieval religious literature, and the development of German literary culture. This edition provides a window into the religious and linguistic landscape of the early medieval period, showcasing the efforts to translate and adapt Christian narratives for a Germanic-speaking audience.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: German, Old High
• ISBN: 1287495850
• ISBN13: 9781287495857
• Release Date: September 2013
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 428 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"