Ludwig Uhland Books
April 26, 1787 – November 13, 1862
Ludwig Uhland was a German poet, philologist, and literary historian whose work is characterized by a deep affinity for the folk song and historical ballads. His poetry draws from German mythology and medieval legends, with Uhland masterfully weaving epic narratives with lyricism. His literary historical works, in turn, reveal his passion for the study of Old German literature and language. Uhland's writing thus serves as a bridge between folklore and classical literary tradition, appealing to readers with its melodic beauty and historical depth.
»Für eine Poesie für sich, vom Volke abgewendet, eine Poesie, die nur die individuellen Empfindungen ausspricht, habe ich nie Sinn gehabt. Im Volke mußte es wurzeln, in seinen Sitten, seine Religion, was mich anziehen soll« - so lautet das Credo Ludwig Uhlands, der auch in seiner Lyrik nie verleugnet, daß er Dichter, Wissenschaftler und Politiker in einer Person war.
Uhlands Werke in drei Bänden
Erster Band
