Wate Figure in Medieval Tradition

Winder McConnell

Format
Paperback
Publisher
Peter Lang AG
Country
Switzerland
Published
31 December 1978
Pages
129
ISBN
9783261030580

Wate Figure in Medieval Tradition

Winder McConnell

Utilizing both literary and extra-literary sources, the study considers all documented references to the Wate figure in the Middle Ages. Subsequent to a critical evaluation of research done on the figure in the years 1826-1974, an analysis is undertaken of Wate’s role in prominent literary works of medieval Germany (e.g. Alexanderlied, Dietrichs Flucht), Scandinavia (The Thidrekssaga), and England. The examination of his function within the literary milieu demonstrates that Brobdingnagian traits are a fundamental aspect of Wate’s character. The etymology of his name, as well as his appearance as a giant in folklore, provide further evidence of Wate’s significance as the manifestation of a primitive growth concept.

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