Troyes, Chretien De

Arthurian Romances (Penguin Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780140445213
author:
Troyes, Chretien De
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
1991
Pages:
528
Dimensions:
12.95 x 2.54 x 19.81 centimetres
Genre:
Works by individual poets: classical, early & medieval
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£13.20

Description

Chretien de Troyes' Arthurian Romances offer a unique perspective on the legendary world of King Arthur. By weaving together psychological elements of personal desire and courtly manner, Troyes crafts a new form of medieval Romance.

These four tales - The Knight of the Cart, The Knight with the Lion, Erec and Enide, and The Story of the Grail - explore the complexities of human relationships, love, and honour. Rich in symbolism, they combine closely observed detail with fantastic adventure to create a compelling world that has profoundly influenced the Arthurian legends we know today.

Read these evocative tales to gain insight into the psychological and emotional depth of the Arthurian world, and discover how they have shaped our understanding of this iconic legend.

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