An Introduction to the Chansons de Geste (New Perspectives on Medieval Literature: Authors and Traditions)
Catherine M. Jones
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Paperback. Series: New Perspectives on Medieval Literature: Authors and Traditions. Num Pages: 236 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ADF; DSBB; DSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 525.
Old French epic poems, or chansons de geste, are one of the most important traditions of the French Middle Ages. Consisting of approximately 120 poems including the famous Song of Roland, these tremendously popular songs were based on French history but often embellished in fantastical ways and written to be performed by minstrels.
With an overview of the principal epic cycles, close readings of six major poems, and a glossary of key terms, Catherine Jones makes the chansons de geste accessible to students and any reader interested in learning more about this lively genre. She also presents an essential ... Read more
Old French epic poems, or chansons de geste, are one of the most important traditions of the French Middle Ages. Consisting of approximately 120 poems including the famous Song of Roland, these tremendously popular songs were based on French history but often embellished in fantastical ways and written to be performed by minstrels.
With an overview of the principal epic cycles, close readings of six major poems, and a glossary of key terms, Catherine Jones makes the chansons de geste accessible to students and any reader interested in learning more about this lively genre. She also presents an essential ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
University Press of Florida
Condition
New
Series
New Perspectives on Medieval Literature: Authors and Traditions
Number of Pages
236
Place of Publication
Florida, United States
ISBN
9780813061917
SKU
V9780813061917
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About Catherine M. Jones
Catherine M. Jones is Josiah Meigs Distinguished Teaching Professor of French and Provençal at the University of Georgia, USA. She is the author of Philippe de Vigneulles and the Art of Prose Translation.
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