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The Song of the Nibelungs, an epic poem of Germanic origins, weaves a tale rich in heroism, betrayal, and tragedy. Composed in Middle High German around the early 13th century, this monumental work unfolds the legendary story of Siegfried, his marriage to Kriemhild, and the catastrophic events that follow due to greed and vengeance. Its intricate narrative style, characterized by vivid imagery and a tonal shift from valor to despair, situates it within the broader context of medieval literature, reflecting the era's heroic ideals and moral complexities while drawing from both oral tradition and written text. The author of this seminal work remains anonymous, yet their artful command of langu...
'Let me tell you truthfully, there will be combat, and bloodshed, and feud and bitter death today'¦' Enter into the world of the great heroes of the Dark Age and follow Hagen of Troneck on his pathway through terrible deeds and up to his final heroic last stand at the head of the fearsome Nibelungs. This novel is an epic retelling of the original story of the Nibelungs written in a poetical prose that imitates the verse of the former text. Discover the untold legend and learn of the awful destiny of the knights of Worms.
For Ahren, it's no longer a question of someone trying to kill him; it's who will try next. Still on the run for a murder he didn’t commit, Ahren adapts to life as an outlaw as his reputation of the Black Raven grows. Yet nothing comes easy. Dogged by bounty hunters, he finds himself crossing steel with pirates on the high seas and battling monsters in subterranean cities. If that wasn’t enough, he’s paid to assassinate an immortal and must break out of a heavily-fortified prison. Just another day in the life of the Black Raven. Sea of Quills is the second book in this collection of tales by Seth Skorkowsky, the author of Damoren and the best-selling Valducan urban fantasy series.
...While deep within the chapel, praying hands are trembling low, And a feeling of dread descends on us, no matter where we go. Our spirits are disconcerted, like a most discordant song, Something is supernatural here, there is something going wrong. You and your companions are trapped in an ancient and mysterious fortress, but you are not alone. There is also another one present who walks the darkened halls. He seems to oppose you, though he has not openly regarded you and your friends as an enemy. He is tall, dark and handsome - very well educated and much experienced in the ways of life. He may even be considered wise. He speaks to you, and at times even sings to you with a deep, beautifu...
Acclaimed restaurateur Heston Blumenthal reinvents kitchen classics, such as Fish and Chips, Bangers and Mash and Spag Bol, in his inimitable way.
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