Parsival (1915)

Parsival is a novel written by the German author Gerhard Hauptmann and was first published in 1915. The book is a retelling of the medieval legend of Parsifal, a young knight who embarks on a quest for the Holy Grail. The story follows Parsifal's journey from a naive and inexperienced youth to a wise and noble hero, as he encounters various challenges and learns important lessons along the way.The novel is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different stage of Parsifal's journey. In the first part, Parsifal is introduced as a simple-minded boy who grows up in the forest with his mother. He eventually meets a group of knights and becomes fascinated by their way of life. He decides to join them and sets out on a journey to become a knight himself.In the second part, Parsifal encounters a wounded knight who tells him about the Holy Grail and the importance of finding it. He sets out on a quest to find the Grail, but his journey is filled with obstacles and challenges. He must face dangerous creatures, overcome his own weaknesses, and learn important lessons about humility and compassion.In the final part of the novel, Parsifal finally finds the Holy Grail and becomes a wise and noble knight. He returns to his homeland and is hailed as a hero, but he remains humble and dedicated to his quest. The novel ends with Parsifal reflecting on his journey and the lessons he has learned along the way.Overall, Parsival is a timeless tale of adventure, heroism, and self-discovery. Hauptmann's retelling of the legend is beautifully written and captures the spirit of the original story while adding his own unique perspective. It is a must-read for anyone who loves classic literature and epic tales of knights and quests.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.