[PDF] The Ethics Of Knighthood In Chretien De Troyes Arthurian Romances eBook

Author : Chretien Troyes
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 528 pages
File Size : 40,52 MB
Release : 1991-01-31
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0141903864

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Taking the legends surrounding King Arthur and weaving in new psychological elements of personal desire and courtly manner, Chrétien de Troyes fashioned a new form of medieval Romance. The Knight of the Cart is the first telling of the adulterous relationship between Lancelot and Arthur's Queen Guinevere, and in The Knight with the Lion Yvain neglects his bride in his quest for greater glory. Erec and Enide explores a knight's conflict between love and honour, Cligés exalts the possibility of pure love outside marriage, while the haunting The Story of the Grail chronicles the legendary quest. Rich in symbolism, these evocative tales combine closely observed detail with fantastic adventure to create a compelling world that profoundly influenced Malory, and are the basis of the Arthurian legends we know today.

Author : De Troyes active 12th century Chrétien
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 419 pages
File Size : 24,42 MB
Release : 2022-09-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN :

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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Four Arthurian Romances" by De Troyes active 12th century Chrétien. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

Author : Troyes Cretien de
Publisher : Xist Publishing
Page : 429 pages
File Size : 48,69 MB
Release : 2016-03-17
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 1681952572

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The Birth of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table“’My good sir, is she your daughter then?’ ‘Yes, but don't pay any attention to what she says,’ said the lord. ‘She's a child - a silly, foolish thing.’ ‘Indeed,’ said my lord Gawain, ‘then I'd be very ill-mannered not to do what she wants.’” - Chrétien de Troyes, Arthurian Romances Arthurian Romances by Chrétien de Troyes is a collection of short stories set in the Early Middle Ages, in England. They follow the path of several knights – including Lancelot’s dad – through adulthood focusing on their romantic affairs. What tests will the knights encounter in order to prove themselves worthy of a woman’s love?

Author : Melissa Ridley Elmes
Publisher : Boydell & Brewer
Page : 421 pages
File Size : 22,45 MB
Release : 2023-07-11
Category :
ISBN : 184384687X

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An interdisciplinary and trans-historical investigation of the representation of ethics in Arthurian Literature. From its earliest days, the Arthurian legend has been preoccupied with questions of good kingship, the behaviours of a ruling class, and their effects on communities, societies, and nations, both locally and in imperial and colonizing contexts. Ethical considerations inform and are informed by local anxieties tied to questions of power and identity, especially where leadership, service, and governance are concerned; they provide a framework for understanding how the texts operate as didactic and critical tools of these subjects. This book brings together chapters drawing on English, Welsh, German, Dutch, French, and Norse iterations of the Arthurian legend, and bridging premodern and modern temporalities, to investigate the representation of ethics in Arthurian literature across interdisciplinary and transhistorical lines. They engage a variety of methodologies, including gender, critical race theory, philology, literature and the law, translation theory, game studies, comparative, critical, and close reading, and modern editorial and authorial practices. Texts interrogated range from Culhwch and Olwen to Parzival, Roman van Walewein, Tristrams Saga, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, and Malory's Morte Darthur. As a whole, the approaches and findings in this volume attest to the continued value and importance of the Arthurian legend and its scholarship as a vibrant field through which to locate and understand the many ways in which medieval literature continues to inform modern sensibilities and institutions, particularly where the matter of ethics is concerned.

Author : Chrétien de Troyes
Publisher : Namaskar Book
Page : 558 pages
File Size : 26,79 MB
Release : 2024-02-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN :

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Embark on a journey into the heart of medieval legend with "Four Arthurian Romances" by Chrétien de Troyes. Join de Troyes as he transports readers back to the active 12th century, where chivalry, honor, and romance reign supreme in the legendary court of King Arthur and his knights. As you delve into this timeless collection, prepare to be captivated by de Troyes' vivid storytelling and enchanting characters. From the gallant Lancelot to the noble Gawain, each knight's tale is a tapestry of adventure, intrigue, and courtly love, offering a window into the noble ideals of the medieval era. But beyond the tales of valor and romance, "Four Arthurian Romances" offers a deeper exploration of human nature and the timeless themes of love, loyalty, and destiny. De Troyes' narratives resonate with readers across centuries, reminding us of the enduring power of myth and legend to capture the imagination. Yet, amidst the epic quests and courtly intrigues, a profound question emerges: What truths about the human condition do these legendary tales reveal, and how do they continue to inspire and resonate with readers today? Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Arthurian legend as you journey through the pages of "Four Arthurian Romances." Whether you're a fan of medieval literature, fascinated by tales of knights and chivalry, or simply seeking adventure and romance, this collection promises to enthrall and delight. Now, as you lose yourself in the world of King Arthur and his knights, consider this: What lessons can we glean from these ancient stories, and how do they speak to the timeless quest for honor, love, and heroism in our own lives? Don't miss the opportunity to experience the magic of "Four Arthurian Romances." Acquire your copy today and immerse yourself in a world where knights ride forth on noble quests, and legends are born that will echo through the ages. ```

Author : Leah Tether
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 563 pages
File Size : 33,76 MB
Release : 2017-06-26
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 3110432463

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The renowned and illustrious tales of King Arthur, his knights and the Round Table pervade all European vernaculars, as well as the Latin tradition. Arthurian narrative material, which had originally been transmitted in oral culture, began to be inscribed regularly in the twelfth century, developing from (pseudo-)historical beginnings in the Latin chronicles of "historians" such as Geoffrey of Monmouth into masterful literary works like the romances of Chrétien de Troyes. Evidently a big hit, Arthur found himself being swiftly translated, adapted and integrated into the literary traditions of almost every European vernacular during the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. This Handbook seeks to showcase the European character of Arthurian romance both past and present. By working across national philological boundaries, which in the past have tended to segregate the study of Arthurian romance according to language, as well as by exploring primary texts from different vernaculars and the Latin tradition in conjunction with recent theoretical concepts and approaches, this Handbook brings together a pioneering and more complete view of the specifically European context of Arthurian romance, and promotes the more connected study of Arthurian literature across the entirety of its European context.

Author : L. T. Topsfield
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 16,83 MB
Release : 1981-04-02
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 0521233615

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This 1981 book provides an interpretation of the five Arthurian romances of Chrétien de Troyes. It explores how this most enigmatic and influential of medieval romance-writers reveals his ideas about man, society and God. The texts range from Erec and Enide, through Cliges to Perceval or Le Conte du Graal.