Intrigen - Die Macht der Moglichkeiten in der mittelhochdeutschen Epik

English summary: Based on a selection of Middle High German novels and epics from the 12th to the 14th century, the author analyses the literary motif of intrigues in the courtly literature. The study provides a precise definition of the term 'intrigue', which has not been a defined term in the medieval studies so far. On this basis the author shows the nuances and diversities of intrigues within the texts. Intrigues are not only an important motif in MGH narratives, but also substantial compone…