Rich collection of tales inspired by the mystery and romance of one of the most storied rivers in Europe—arranged to illustrate a journey along the Rhine from sea to source. Includes the Niebelungenlied, the greatest of German national epics; as well as legends of Odin, Brunhild, Venus and Tannhauser, Lorelei, Siegfried, the Jester of Heidelburg, Lohengrin and many more. 24 illustrations.