Synopsis "A Dictionary Of Medieval Romance And Romance Writers"
A Dictionary of Medieval Romance and Romance Writers by Lewis Spence is a comprehensive reference book that provides a detailed overview of the medieval romance genre and the writers who contributed to it. The book includes an extensive dictionary of terms related to the genre, including character types, themes, and literary devices. It also features biographical information on the most prominent medieval romance writers, including Chr�����tien de Troyes, Marie de France, and Wolfram von Eschenbach.In addition to the dictionary and biographical sections, the book includes a historical overview of the medieval romance genre, tracing its origins in ancient literature through its development in medieval Europe. The book also explores the themes and motifs that are common in medieval romance, such as chivalry, courtly love, and the supernatural.Overall, A Dictionary of Medieval Romance and Romance Writers is an essential resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of medieval literature and culture. Its detailed entries and comprehensive coverage make it an indispensable guide to this fascinating and influential literary genre.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1913 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
