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LoC No.: 08023292
Uniform Title: Arnold von Winkelried der Held von Sempach. English
Title: Arnold of Winkelried, the Hero of Sempach
Series Title: Life Stories for Young People
Note: Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by D A Alexander, Stephen Hutcheson, and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
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(This file was produced from images generously made
available by the Library of Congress)
Summary: "Arnold of Winkelried, the Hero of Sempach" by Gustav Höcker is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Arnold of Winkelried, a legendary Swiss hero known for his valor during the Battle of Sempach, illustrating themes of patriotism, bravery, and sacrifice for one's homeland. The book also delves into the legendary tales surrounding other significant historical events of the 13th and 14th centuries, intertwining Winkelried's story with the rich backdrop of Switzerland's struggle for freedom. The opening of the text provides a rich historical context, introducing readers to the picturesque landscape of Switzerland and the multifaceted life of its inhabitants. It sets the scene in 1315 around the Lake of the Four Forest Cantons, detailing the ancestral ties of Arnold and his family history, particularly the heroic acts of his grandfather, Henry of Winkelried, also known as Knight Schrutan, who fought a dragon threatening their village. The young Arnold is painted as a curious, aspiring knight influenced by tales of heroism and valor as he dreams of emulating his ancestors. With an atmosphere steeped in legend and adventure, the stage is set for Arnold's own quest for courage and identity in a historical narrative that aims to inspire its readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Höcker, Gustav, 1832-1911
Translator: Upton, George P. (George Putnam), 1834-1919
EBook No.: 59751
Published: Jun 13, 2019
Downloads: 76
Language: English
Subject: Winkelried, Arnold von -- Juvenile literature
Subject: Sempach, Battle of, Switzerland, 1386 -- Juvenile literature
Subject: Legends -- Switzerland -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Switzerland
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 08023292
Uniform Title: Arnold von Winkelried der Held von Sempach. English
Title: Arnold of Winkelried, the Hero of Sempach
Series Title: Life Stories for Young People
Note: Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by D A Alexander, Stephen Hutcheson, and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was produced from images generously made
available by the Library of Congress)
Summary: "Arnold of Winkelried, the Hero of Sempach" by Gustav Höcker is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Arnold of Winkelried, a legendary Swiss hero known for his valor during the Battle of Sempach, illustrating themes of patriotism, bravery, and sacrifice for one's homeland. The book also delves into the legendary tales surrounding other significant historical events of the 13th and 14th centuries, intertwining Winkelried's story with the rich backdrop of Switzerland's struggle for freedom. The opening of the text provides a rich historical context, introducing readers to the picturesque landscape of Switzerland and the multifaceted life of its inhabitants. It sets the scene in 1315 around the Lake of the Four Forest Cantons, detailing the ancestral ties of Arnold and his family history, particularly the heroic acts of his grandfather, Henry of Winkelried, also known as Knight Schrutan, who fought a dragon threatening their village. The young Arnold is painted as a curious, aspiring knight influenced by tales of heroism and valor as he dreams of emulating his ancestors. With an atmosphere steeped in legend and adventure, the stage is set for Arnold's own quest for courage and identity in a historical narrative that aims to inspire its readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Höcker, Gustav, 1832-1911
Translator: Upton, George P. (George Putnam), 1834-1919
EBook No.: 59751
Published: Jun 13, 2019
Downloads: 76
Language: English
Subject: Winkelried, Arnold von -- Juvenile literature
Subject: Sempach, Battle of, Switzerland, 1386 -- Juvenile literature
Subject: Legends -- Switzerland -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Switzerland
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.