"Frauenlob" was the stage name of Heinrich von Meissen (c. 1260-1318), a medieval German poet-minstrel. A famous and controversial figure in his day, Frauenlob (meaning "praise of ladies") exercised a strong influence on German literature into the eighteenth century. This book introduces the poet to English-speaking readers with a fresh poetic translation of his masterpiece, the Marienleich--a virtuosic poem of more than 500 lines in praise of the Virgin Mary.
Barbara Newman, known for her pathbreaking translation of Hildegard of Bingen's Symphonia, brilliantly...
"Frauenlob" was the stage name of Heinrich von Meissen (c. 1260-1318), a medieval German poet-minstrel. A famous and controversial figure in his da...
Classroom Times features 120 clever verses about everyday objects found in the garden, kitchen, workshop and elsewhere, each illustrated by a unique, colorful "charactoon." The characters are brought to life by Dr. Don, a retired physician, who has written many books for children as well as books on American illustrators such as Norman Rockwell. He has also penned many magazine articles, a teen novel, several poetry books and a play about his medical practice. This entertaining children's book for all ages will educate, amuse and surprise with its varied content Stunningly illustrated by...
Classroom Times features 120 clever verses about everyday objects found in the garden, kitchen, workshop and elsewhere, each illustrated by a unique, ...
![Frauenlob's Song of Songs: A Medieval German Poet and His Materpiece [With CD] Newman, Barbara 9780271029252 Pennsylvania State University Press](/9780271029252_frauenlobs_song_of_songs_a_medieval_german_poet_and_his_materpiece_with_cd.jpg "Frauenlob's Song of Songs: A Medieval German Poet and His Materpiece [With CD]")
