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Die Walkure
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025400921
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 1092
Weight: 3.72
Height: 2.19 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Die WalkÃ1/4re is the second of the four epic operas that comprise Richard Wagner's monumental cycle, Der Ring des Nibelungen. This dramatic work delves deep into the themes of love, fate, and divine law, following the tragic plight of the twin siblings Siegmund and Sieglinde. Their forbidden union sets in motion a series of events that forces the god Wotan into a harrowing conflict between his personal desires and his sacred obligations.
Central to the narrative is the figure of BrÃ1/4nnhilde, the titular Valkyrie and Wotan's favorite daughter. When she chooses to defy her father's commands to protect the mortal hero, she faces a punishment that will change the course of the gods' destiny. Renowned for its powerful orchestration and iconic sequences such as the Ride of the Valkyries and the Magic Fire Music, this work remains a cornerstone of Western operatic literature.
Rich in Norse mythology and psychological depth, Die WalkÃ1/4re explores the tension between mortal agency and divine will. This text offers readers a chance to engage with Wagner's revolutionary approach to drama and music, capturing the intensity and grandeur of one of the most influential works in the history of the performing arts.
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