This book examines the epic of The Song of Roland from multiple facets, from its place as a literary masterpiece to its historical significance. The author traces the evolution of the poem from its early oral traditions to its later written forms, setting it in the context of medieval French literature and history. The book explores themes of heroism, courage, and treachery as they are depicted within the narrative and their representation of the era. Through this examination, the author reveals the enduring power of The Song of Roland as a testament to both the artistic achievements and cultural values prevalent during that time.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the epic of The Song of Roland from multiple facets, from its place as a literary masterpiece to its historical significance. The author traces the evolution of the poem from its early oral traditions to its later written forms, setting it in the context of medieval French literature and history. The book explores themes of heroism, courage, and treachery as they are depicted within the narrative and their representation of the era. Through this examination, the author reveals the enduring power of The Song of Roland as a testament to both the artistic achievements and cultural values prevalent during that time. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780666740748_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780666740748
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