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050 4 _aPT
100 1 _aShumway, Daniel Bussier,
_d1868-
245 1 4 _aThe Nibelungenlied
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1997
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aWagner's Ring
500 _aRelease date is 1997-12-01
508 _aProduced by Douglas B. Killings, and David Widger
520 _a"The Nibelungenlied" by an unknown author, translated by Daniel B. Shumway, is an epic poem written in Middle High German, probably around the early 13th century. The poem is a cornerstone of German literature and revolves around themes of heroism, love, betrayal, and tragedy, encapsulating the legendary exploits of Siegfried and his eventual downfall, along with the devastating consequences that ensue. The opening of "The Nibelungenlied" introduces the noble maid Kriemhild and her three brothers, Gunther, Gernot, and Giselher, who rule in Burgundy. Kriemhild is depicted as a beautiful and virtuous princess, and her dreams serve as a foreshadowing of future tragedy. The narrative hints at the impending conflicts that arise from love and loyalty, particularly as Siegfried emerges as a prominent figure seeking the hand of Kriemhild. As the story unfolds, we learn of Siegfried's extraordinary capabilities, including the legendary feats he accomplishes and the wealth he gains from his conquests. The beginning sets the stage for the epic's exploration of fate and the catastrophic events ignited by the intertwining lives of its characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFolklore -- Germany
653 _aSiegfried (Legendary character)
653 _aMythology, Germanic
653 _aEpic poetry, Germanic
653 _aNibelungen
653 _aKriemhild (Legendary character)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1151
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