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Der Grosse Alexander; aus der Wernigeroder handschrift offers a fascinating glimpse into the medieval German understanding of Alexander the Great. Edited by Gustav Guth, this work presents the text from the Wernigerode manuscript, providing valuable insights into the reception and adaptation of classical history within a 13th-century German context. The text, attributed to Quilichino da Spoleto, blends historical narrative with the literary conventions of its time, offering a unique perspective on the legendary figure of Alexander. This edition is invaluable for scholars of medieval German literature, classical history, and the history of Alexander the Great. It allows readers to explore how the Alexander romance was interpreted and reimagined in a different cultural and linguistic environment. Guth's meticulous editing ensures the accessibility of this important historical document. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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