Ekkehard: A Tale of the Tenth Century. Vol. 1 (of 2)
1855
Ekkehard: A Tale of the Tenth Century. Vol. 1 (of 2)
1855
German Literature, Novels
Translated by Sofie Delffs
Ekkehard: A Tale of the Tenth Century, published in 1855 by Joseph Victor von Scheffel, is a historical novel set in tenth-century Germany. The story centers on Dame Hadwig, the Duchess of Suabia, and her relationship with Ekkehard, a scholar at the monastery of St. Gallus. Combining historical elements with poetic narrative, the novel explores themes of love, duty, and the socio-political landscape of the era, offering a vivid portrayal of a time marked by cultural transition and conflict.
