The Story of Siegfried

Heroes of the Olden Time A retelling of Norse and Germanic legends, focusing on the hero Siegfried, his slaying of a dragon, and his quest to awaken the Valkyrie Brunhild. The book, written for young readers, weaves together tales from the Eddas and the Nibelungenlied, exploring themes of heroism, loyalty, and betrayal through adventures like the “Curse of Gold.” First published in 1882, this edition is derived from the book published in 1899 with 6 black & white illustrations by Howard Pyle and the book published in 1930 with 10 color illustrations by Peter Hurd. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.