Gottfried von Strassburg
Gottfried von Strassburg was a German poet of the late 12th and early 13th centuries, known primarily for his unfinished courtly romance 'Tristan', which is an important contribution to the Tristan and Iseult legend. Very little is known about his life, but his work has been influential in the development of Western literature, particularly for its complex narrative structure and psychological depth.
Books
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1. Tristan
"Tristan" is a medieval romance that tells the tragic tale of the noble knight Tristan and the beautiful princess Isolde. The story is filled with themes of love, betrayal, and honor, as Tristan is sent to Ireland to bring back Isolde for his uncle, King Mark, to marry. However, on their journey back, they accidentally consume a love potion, causing them to fall deeply in love with each other. Their illicit affair eventually leads to their downfall, resulting in a tale filled with sorrow and heartbreak.
