French Mediaeval Romances from the Lays of Marie de France by Marie

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Author Marie, de France, active 12th century
Translator Mason, Eugene
Title French Mediaeval Romances from the Lays of Marie de France
Credits Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Bradley Norton and PG Distributed
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Summary "French Mediaeval Romances from the Lays of Marie de France" by Marie de France is a collection of romantic stories, translated by Eugene Mason, that captures the spirit and themes of medieval literature, likely created in the late 12th century. The work includes tales rich in love, adventure, and the complexities of human relationships, with a focus on the female experience and the societal norms of the time. The stories revolve around various characters, particularly knights and ladies, as they navigate the trials and tribulations of love in a courtly setting. At the start of the narrative, the introduction sets the stage by discussing the significance of Marie de France as one of the earliest known female authors, emphasizing her unique position as an artist in a male-dominated literary world. The prologue introduces the first tale, "The Lay of Gugemar," which follows a young knight, Gugemar, who embarks on an adventure that leads him to a magical deer that inflicts a love curse upon him. As he seeks healing for his wound, he encounters a beautiful queen, leading to a passionate and complex love story. This beginning hints at themes of fate, desire, and the transformative power of love, setting a captivating tone for the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Romances -- Translations into English
Subject Marie, de France, active 12th century -- Translations into English
Subject Lays -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 11417
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 25, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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