02138cam a22003013u 4500 20813 UtSlPG 20260610133459.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Eliot, George, 1819-1880 How Lisa Loved the King Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-03-13 Transcribed from the 1884 D. Lothrop and Company edition by David Price "How Lisa Loved the King" by George Eliot is a narrative poem written during the late 19th century. The poem transports readers to a historical setting in Sicily, where themes of unrequited love and chivalry play a central role. Through the lens of a young girl named Lisa, the poem explores her profound admiration for King Pedro of Aragon and the emotional turmoil that ensues from her lofty affections. The story follows Lisa, a gentle and modest daughter of a wealthy trader, who falls deeply in love with King Pedro during a grand festival in Palermo. Despite her family's hopes for her to marry an honorable man, Lisa's heart yearns for the king—a figure of noble strength and greatness. As Lisa's love grows, so does her despair when she believes her feelings can never be reciprocated. However, her plight reaches the king indirectly through a singer named Minuccio, who conveys Lisa's passionate message. Upon learning of her suffering, King Pedro is moved by her love and vows to honor her, ultimately bringing joy and recognition to Lisa's devotion. The narrative culminates in a celebration of love that transcends class, showcasing both chivalric ideals and the power of genuine affection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20813 62048 62048