Story of Siegfried

Legends of the Nibelungen hero, Siegfried, full of the mystery, awe, and
poetry of the northern lands. They tell of how Siegfried forged the wondrous
sword, Balmung, of his riding through flaming fire to awaken the maiden,
Brunhild, and of the many other strange and daring deeds which he wrought. Many
of the Norse myths are interwoven in the tale. The best rendition for children
of the Siegfried legends, based on the Eddas, the Volsung Saga, and the
Nibelungenlied. Suitable for ages 11 and up.