Publisher's Synopsis
The Monk of St. Gall is a dramatic adaptation of Joseph Victor von Scheffel's novel Ekkehard, originally published in 1879. The story is set in the early Middle Ages and follows the life of a monk named Ekkehard who lives in the Abbey of St. Gall in Switzerland. Ekkehard is a talented scholar and musician, but his peaceful life is disrupted when he falls in love with a woman named Hadwig, who is betrothed to the Duke of Swabia. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and the clash between secular and religious power.This adaptation of the novel brings the story to life through dramatic dialogue and stage directions. It is a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction, medieval history, or the intersection of love and religion. The Monk of St. Gall is a timeless tale that continues to captivate readers over a century after its initial publication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
