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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an exhaustive yet approachable guide to the life and work of one of medieval literature's most prolific and significant figures. The author delivers a complete biography of Marie de France, from her birth in the 12th century to her role in a literary movement that shaped the landscape of medieval storytelling. It sheds light on the complex forces that shaped Marie's worldview and analyzes her work within the context of the medieval landscape. Exploring themes of class, gender, and multifaceted cultural influences, this book illuminates Marie's legacy as a writer who continues to captivate readers with her timeless and universal themes. 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.…