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Thought to have been first written down in the 12th century by an author who is still unknown, "The Nibelungenlied", translated from Middle High German as "The Song of the Nibelungs", is an epic German poem reflecting the oral tradition, heroic motifs, and actual events and... Read Full Overview

The Nibelungenlied

Unveil the rich tapestry of Germanic mythology and medieval legend with The Nibelungenlied, an epic that has captivated readers for centuries. This timeless masterpiece weaves together tales of honor, love, and betrayal,... Read Full Overview

A tale of murder and revenge, Nibelungenlied tells the chivalric story of Siegfried, a great prince, who works to win the hand of a beautiful princess. Considered one of the greatest epic poems - this significant work weaves a series of myths to create a legend.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

The Nibelungenlied (The Song of the Nibelungs) is a medieval epic poem written in Middle High German around 1200 CE by an unknown poet, likely from the region of present-day Austria or Germany. It is one of the most significant... Read Full Overview

The Nibelungenlied (The Song of the Nibelungs) is a medieval epic poem written in Middle High German around 1200 CE by an unknown poet, likely from the region of present-day Austria or Germany. It is one of the most significant... Read Full Overview

The Nibelungenlied, by Anonymous, was Germany's first heroic epic put into writing. Thomas Carlyle considered it "a precious national possession, recovered after six centuries of neglect, [which] takes undisputed place among the sacred books... Read Full Overview