Dear Reader,

Have you ever heard of heroes who battle dragons, of treasures hidden deep in the earth, and of stories that echo across centuries? One of the greatest and oldest legends of Europe is the Legend of the Nibelungs-the tale of Siegfried. It is considered the greatest Germanic legend, a true jewel of medieval Europe.

But this book is not only about battles and treasures. It speaks of courage, of friendship, of love and betrayal, and above all, of the legacy we leave behind. Siegfried was not only a hero of his own time-he became a legend carried from mouth to mouth, from song to song, until it reached us today.

I chose to tell you this story as it might be told to a curious child, and also to a young reader eager for adventure. In these pages you will find thrilling battles, powerful characters, and timeless lessons: that the true treasure is not gold, but the brave heart and the kindness we leave in the world.

So, prepare yourself to step into a realm of knights, queens, and mysteries. Open this book as you would open a gate to another time, and let yourself be carried by a story that has never died.

Welcome to the legend of Siegfried and the Dragon's Treasure!