Hebbel's Nibelungen: Its Sources, Method And Style

By Annina Periam Danton and Annina Periam

Book Overview

Hebbel's Nibelungen: Its Sources, Method And Style by Annina Periam is a comprehensive study of Friedrich Hebbel's adaptation of the Nibelungenlied, a medieval epic poem about the legendary hero Siegfried and his tragic fate. The book explores the sources that Hebbel drew upon to create his version of the story, as well as his methods of adapting and transforming the material. Periam analyzes Hebbel's style and language, examining the ways in which he deviated from the original text and introduced his own innovations. The book also considers the historical and cultural context in which Hebbel was writing, and the reception of his work by contemporary audiences. Overall, Hebbel's Nibelungen is a valuable resource for scholars and students of German literature, as well as anyone interested in the history and evolution of this classic tale.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432520970
• ISBN13: 9781432520977
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 236 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"