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100 1 _aChrétien, de Troyes, active 12th century
245 1 0 _aFour Arthurian Romances
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1997
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 1997-02-01
505 0 _aErec et Enide -- Cliges -- Yvain -- Lancelot
508 _aDouglas B. Killings and David Widger
520 _a"Four Arthurian Romances" by Chrétien de Troyes is a collection of medieval narratives written in the latter part of the 12th century. This work encompasses the stories of four heroes: Erec, Cligés, Yvain, and Lancelot, each exploring the themes of chivalry, romance, and adventure intertwined with the sophisticated ideals of courtly love. The romances reflect the rich tapestry of Arthurian legend, showcasing knights undertaking noble quests and engaging in battles for honor and love. The opening of "Four Arthurian Romances" introduces the tale of Erec and Enide, beginning with King Arthur's court and the announcement of a hunt for the elusive White Stag, which involves a significant and potentially troublesome tradition. Erec, a prominent knight, is drawn into conflict after a dwarf and a knight insult and strike a damsel at the court. Following this assault, Erec seeks to avenge the honor of the lady, embarking on a quest that leads him through various perils and encounters. His journey sets the stage for themes of valor and love as Erec strives to prove himself worthy, ultimately leading to his romantic involvement with Enide and the promise of her marriage. The romance illustrates not just action and adventure, but also explores the emotional and social dynamics of courtly life in a quintessential chivalric manner. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aArthurian romances
653 _aChrétien, de Troyes, active 12th century
653 _aRomances -- Translations into English
653 _aTales, Medieval
700 1 _aComfort, William Wistar,
_d1874-1955
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/831
999 _c42950
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