Das Nibelungen Lied: Or Lay Of The Last Nibelungers (1848)

Das Nibelungen Lied, also known as The Lay of the Last Nibelungers, is a German epic poem that dates back to the medieval period. This work, first published in 1848, is a critical edition of the poem by Carl Lachmann, a German philologist and scholar of medieval literature. The Nibelungen Lied tells the story of Siegfried, a legendary hero who slays a dragon and wins the heart of Kriemhild, a beautiful princess. However, their happiness is short-lived as Siegfried is betrayed and murdered by his own kinsmen. Kriemhild seeks revenge and ultimately brings about the downfall of her own family and the Burgundian court. Lachmann's edition of the Nibelungen Lied is based on the oldest surviving manuscript of the poem, which dates back to the early 13th century. He provides a critical analysis of the text, including notes on the language, style, and historical context of the poem. Lachmann's edition is considered a landmark in the study of medieval German literature and has influenced subsequent scholarship on the Nibelungenlied. Overall, Das Nibelungen Lied is a fascinating work of medieval literature that offers a glimpse into the cultural and literary traditions of medieval Germany. Lachmann's critical edition provides valuable insights into the text and its significance, making it an essential resource for scholars and students of medieval literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.