This volume contains the only known English version of Chretien de Troyes's romance of the naive knight Perceval, Sir Perceval of Galles . The work uses Perceval's ridiculous behavior as a late medieval satire of courtliness. Accompanying this tale is Ywain and Gawain , a translation of a second Chretien poem, Le Chevalier au Lion . Unlike Sir Perceval , this poem extols the virtues of chivalry and honor. These complementary works form an excellent introduction to Middle English Arthurian romance, as they include ...
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This volume contains the only known English version of Chretien de Troyes's romance of the naive knight Perceval, Sir Perceval of Galles . The work uses Perceval's ridiculous behavior as a late medieval satire of courtliness. Accompanying this tale is Ywain and Gawain , a translation of a second Chretien poem, Le Chevalier au Lion . Unlike Sir Perceval , this poem extols the virtues of chivalry and honor. These complementary works form an excellent introduction to Middle English Arthurian romance, as they include editing, glosses, introductions, and a very helpful glossary for beginning students.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 220 p. Middle English Texts. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 220 p. Middle English Texts. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Fine. Fine Trade Paperback First Collectible Edition 1995. Clean 212 pp. U.S.A. : Medieval Institute Publications. First American Edition. 4to. NOT a library copy. No underlines NO writing. Academic Middle English primary text and study Sir Perceval of Galles and Ywain and Gawaine Middle English original. Middle English Texts Series See our Three Geese in Flight Celtic Book Scans. Proud long time member of the International Arthurian Society.
