| Author |
Schmidt, Ferdinand, 1816-1890 |
| Translator |
Upton, George P. (George Putnam), 1834-1919 |
| LoC No. |
06036030
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| Title |
The Nibelungs
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| Original Publication |
Chicago: A. C. McClurg & Co., 1906.
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| Series Title |
Life stories for young people
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
D A Alexander, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Nibelungs" by Ferdinand Schmidt is a historical epic written in the early 20th century. The narrative draws from Germanic legends and features the hero Siegfried, who embarks on a quest for glory, battles fierce enemies, and ultimately becomes entwined with the fate of the Burgundian court and his beloved Kriemhild. The work captures the trials of love and betrayal amid the backdrop of heroic feats and legendary battles. The opening of "The Nibelungs" introduces readers to Siegfried's origin as the son of King Siegmund and Queen Sieglind. As the young prince displays unmatched prowess in combat, he longs for adventure and glory. His journey begins under the influence of tales shared by his father, setting the stage for his encounters with legendary figures such as Wieland the Smith and the trials faced in battle. With a deep exploration of themes such as loyalty, ambition, and revenge, the opening portion sets the tone for the unfolding epic, hinting at the tragic events that will follow as Siegfried’s quest intertwines with the fate of those he loves. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Nibelungenlied -- Adaptations
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73227 |
| Release Date |
Mar 21, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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