Margaret Armour (10 September 1860 - 13 October 1943) was a versatile Scottish literary personality known for her work as a poet, novelist, and translator. Among her remarkable accomplishments, Armour's translation of the Nibelungenlied from Middle High German to English prose is regarded as a watershed moment in literary history. Her translation, first published in 1897 as "The Fall of the Nibelungs," introduced the epic narrative of Siegfried and the Burgundian realm to a larger English-speaking public. Armour's ability to translate stretched beyond the Nibelungenlied. In 1910, she took on the arduous task of translating Richard Wagner's massive opera cycle, "The Ring of the Nibelung," demonstrating her linguistic and literary abilities. In 1928, Armour also translated "Gudrun," which added another notable work to her portfolio. Armour's translations helped introduce English-speaking readers to the rich tapestry of Germanic mythology and literature. Her contributions have left an unmistakable effect on the literary landscape, ensuring that the Nibelungs' timeless stories continue to captivate readers of all ages.
