Lanzelet, written by Ulrich von Zatzikhoven around 1200, is a significant work of Middle High German Arthurian romance. This epic tells the tale of Lanzelet, a knight raised in isolation by a fairy queen, who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and chivalric adventure. Unlike other Arthurian stories, Lanzelet's parentage remains a mystery, adding an element of intrigue to his character. The narrative explores themes of identity, courtly love, and the ideals of knighthood within the vibrant world of King Arthur's court. Ulrich's masterful storytelling and rich imagery create a captivating and enduring work of medieval literature. "Lanzelet" offers valuable insights into the cultural values and literary tastes of the medieval period, making it an essential read for scholars and enthusiasts of Arthurian legends and German literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
- | Author: Ulrich (Von Zatzikhoven)
- | Publisher: Hutson Street Press
- | Publication Date: May 22, 2025
- | Number of Pages: 00320 pages
- | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
- | ISBN-10: 1024525600
- | ISBN-13: 9781024525601