Theuerdank

Now appearing in its first English translation, Theuerdank introduces readers to the fascinating world of the Renaissance. A forerunner of the graphic novel, Theuerdank, first published in 1517, includes over 100 woodcuts executed by leading artists of Central Europe.

Howard Louthan is Professor of History and Director of the Center for Austrian Studies at the University of Minnesota. His scholarship focuses on the intellectual and cultural history of Central Europe. His publications include Print Culture at the Crossroads (2021) and Converting Bohemia (2009). Jonathan Green teaches German in the Department of Modern and Classical Languages at the University of North Dakota. His books include Printing and Prophecy: Prognostication and Media Change, 1450- 1550 (2011) and The Strange and Terrible Visions of Wilhelm Friess: Paths of Prophecy in Reformation Europe (2014).

1. Introduction 2. Translator's Note 3. Translation of Theuerdank 4. Discussion Questions