Gudrun: A Mediaeval Epic by Mary Pickering Nichols
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| Translator | Nichols, Mary Pickering, 1829-1915 |
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| LoC No. | 16001512 |
| Uniform Title | Kudrun. English |
| Title | Gudrun: A Mediaeval Epic |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Gudrun: A Mediaeval Epic" by Mary Pickering Nichols is an epic poem translated from Middle High German and likely written in the late 19th century. This historical work tells the story of love and war, centering around the character of Gudrun, while also tracing the adventures of her grandfather Hagen and the romantic pursuits of her parents. The poem takes place against a backdrop of fantastical elements, reflecting the cultural and social nuances of medieval times. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Sigeband, the king of Ireland, who mourns the loss of his father and attempts to establish his strength by marrying a Norwegian princess. The opening sections detail the joyful celebration of this union that quickly turns tragic when a griffin abducts Sigeband's young son, Hagen. The gripping tale unfolds further as Hagen, the stolen child, faces adversity, encounters magical creatures, and blossoms into a brave and formidable figure navigating the complexities of noble lineage and the shadows of destiny. The initial chapters set the stage for a rich tapestry of interconnected lives and events that explore themes of fate, valor, and the transformative power of love. (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 | German poetry -- Middle High German, 1050-1500 -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46109 |
| Release Date | Jun 27, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 85 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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