Ekkehard (Historical Novel)
By Joseph Victor von Scheffel
Length17h 19m
About this audiobook
Joseph Victor von Scheffel's 'Ekkehard' is a captivating historical novel set in the 10th century in the Swabian Alps. Through his rich and vivid descriptions, Scheffel transports readers to a time of knights, chivalry, and courtly love. The novel is written in a lyrical style, reminiscent of medieval epics, with a strong emphasis on character development and intricate historical detail, making it a must-read for lovers of historical fiction. 'Ekkehard' beautifully captures the essence of the medieval period, painting a colorful and immersive picture of life in the Middle Ages. Joseph Victor von Scheffel, a German poet and novelist, drew upon his extensive knowledge of history and folklore to craft this literary masterpiece. His passion for Germanic mythology and medieval history shines through in every page, showcasing his talents as a master storyteller. Scheffel's dedication to authenticity and his lyrical prose set 'Ekkehard' apart as a timeless classic in the genre of historical fiction. I highly recommend 'Ekkehard' to readers who enjoy immersive historical novels that transport them to a bygone era. Scheffel's storytelling prowess and rich historical detail make this novel a truly rewarding and enlightening reading experience.
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Rating★★★★ 3.9 (694)
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GenreHistorical Fiction, Romance
Length17 hrs 19 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 7, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1A Word, Only a Word (Historical Novel)
2VOLUME 1
3PREFACE OF THE TRANSLATOR.
4THE AUTHOR'S PREFACE.
5CHAPTER I. Hadwig, the Duchess of Suabia.
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6CHAPTER II. The Disciples of St. Gallus.
7CHAPTER III. Wiborad the Recluse.
8CHAPTER IV. In the Monastery.
9CHAPTER V. Ekkehard's Departure.
10CHAPTER VI. Moengal.
11CHAPTER VII. Virgilius on the Hohentwiel.
12CHAPTER VIII. Audifax.
13CHAPTER IX. The Woman of the Wood.
14CHAPTER X. Christmas.
15CHAPTER XI. The old Man of the Heidenhöhle.
16CHAPTER XII. The Approach of the Huns.
17CHAPTER XIII. Heribald and his Guests.
18CHAPTER XIV. The Battle with the Huns.
19VOLUME 2
20CHAPTER XV. Hadumoth.
21CHAPTER XVI. Cappan gets married.
22CHAPTER XVII. Gunzo verso Ekkehard.
23CHAPTER XVIII. Master Spazzo the Chamberlain's Mission.
24CHAPTER XIX. Burkhard the Cloister-Pupil.
25CHAPTER XX. The old German Legends.
26CHAPTER XXI. Rejection and Flight.
27CHAPTER XXII. On the Wildkirchlein.
28CHAPTER XXIII. On the Ebenalp.
29CHAPTER XXIV. The Song of Waltari.
30CHAPTER XXV. The last Echo, and End.
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