The Lay of the Nibelung Men by Arthur S. Way

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Translator Way, Arthur S. (Arthur Sanders), 1847-1930
LoC No. 13014829
Title The Lay of the Nibelung Men
Note Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Summary "The Lay of the Nibelung Men" by Arthur S. Way is an epic poem that was written in the early 20th century. This translation presents a retelling of the ancient Germanic saga "Nibelungenlied," which intertwines mythical and historical elements, focusing on themes of love, betrayal, and revenge. The narrative primarily revolves around key characters such as Kriemhild, a noble princess, and Siegfried, a valiant warrior whose fate becomes intricately linked with that of Kriemhild and her family. The opening of the epic introduces Kriemhild, a beautiful princess of Burgundia, who dreams of a falcon being slain by two eagles, symbolizing impending tragedy. Despite her mother's attempts to interpret the dream with caution, Kriemhild vows to remain unmarried to avoid the sorrows of love. Simultaneously, we learn about Siegfried's impressive lineage and unparalleled might as he embarks on his journey to win glory. As the tale unfolds, he prepares to leave his homeland for Burgundy, driven by a desire to win Kriemhild's heart. This rich tapestry of characters and foreshadowing of conflicts sets the stage for the epic's unfolding drama, hinting at the intertwining destinies that will ultimately lead to great tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Epic poetry, German -- Translations into English
Subject Nibelungen -- Poetry
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EBook-No. 59831
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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