| Author |
Walther, von der Vogelweide, 1170?-1230? |
| Title |
Gedichte und Sprüche in Auswahl
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 85.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Gedichte und Sprüche in Auswahl" by Walther von der Vogelweide is a collection of medieval German poetry, written during the late 12th to early 13th centuries. The book features a selection of lyrical poems that explore themes of love, nature, and chivalry, reflecting the cultural and social values of the time. As one of the most significant poets of the Middle Ages, Walther's work is representative of the Minnesang tradition, emphasizing courtly love and the beauty of the natural world. The poems in this collection articulate the speaker's deep longing for love and beauty, often set against the backdrop of changing seasons, particularly spring, as a symbol of renewal and hope. The verses convey emotional depth, capturing the joy and sorrow of romantic experiences, while also engaging with philosophical reflections on virtue and the complexity of human relationships. Through vivid imagery and melodic language, Walther von der Vogelweide invites readers into a world where love and nature intertwine, making the collection both a remarkable artistic expression and a significant historical document. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
German poetry -- Middle High German, 1050-1500
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
35795 |
| Release Date |
Apr 8, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 16, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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