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Der Presbyter Johannes (Prester John) by Gustav Salomon Oppert, in its second revised edition of 1870, explores the fascinating medieval legend of Prester John, a mythical priest-king said to rule a Christian nation in the Orient. This historical analysis delves into the origins and evolution of the Prester John narrative, examining its impact on European exploration, religious thought, and political aspirations during the Middle Ages. Oppert meticulously traces the development of the legend through various historical sources, offering insights into the cultural and intellectual context that gave rise to this enduring myth. This edition provides valuable perspectives on the historical and religious beliefs of the time, making it an essential resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of legends, medieval studies, and the intersection of religion and exploration. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this k