Isbn: 9781331171119 - song and legend from the middle ages (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book introduces readers to the wealth of continental European literature from the 11th to the 13th centuries, during a period marked by vibrant artistic and social life. The author traces the development of the national epic, a form of poetry that recounted heroic historical deeds, and explores famous examples such as âThe Song of Rolandâ and âThe Poem of the Cidâ. Alongside these epics were romances, popular tales of love, adventure, and chivalry. The book moves on to analyze the rise of lyrical poetry, particularly in Northern France and Provence, and examines the work of wandering minstrels, the troubadours, who perfected the art of verse. The book emphasizes the common themes and ideas that influenced medieval literature across Europe, from the glorification of chivalry to the profound impact of religion. By examining these works in their historical context, this book provides a fascinating insight into the multifaceted nature of medieval literature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…