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100	1		_aWay, Arthur S. _q(Arthur Sanders), _d1847-1930
245	1	4	_aThe Lay of the Nibelung Men
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2019
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
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338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2019-06-28
520			_a"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.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aEpic poetry, German -- Translations into English
653			_aNibelungen -- Poetry
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59831
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