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100 1 _aBulfinch, Thomas,
_d1796-1867
245 1 4 _aThe Age of Chivalry
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-01-01
508 _aRobert Rowe, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"The Age of Chivalry" by Thomas Bulfinch is a historical account that was likely written in the late 19th century. The work examines the legendary and historical figures of the medieval era, specifically focusing on the myths and stories surrounding King Arthur, his knights, and the concept of chivalry. It serves as a compilation of tales that illuminate the ideals of bravery, loyalty, and honor that characterized the knightly tradition, showcasing figures like Arthur and his companions alongside commentary on the evolution of these legends. The opening of "The Age of Chivalry" sets the stage by delving into the context of the medieval period, detailing the decline of Roman rule and the rise of chivalric ideals. It introduces key themes such as the nature of knighthood and the societal structure of the time, including the training of knights and the importance of chivalry as a moral code. The text begins with a description of the turbulent environment post-Rome and frames the ideals of chivalry as a response to the lawlessness of the age, ultimately leading to the legendary tales of King Arthur. The discussion of significant characters like Merlin, and the portrayal of Arthur as he rises to power, establishes a foundation for the exploration of stories that blend history and myth throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aChivalry
653 _aCelts -- Folklore
653 _aArthur, King -- Legends
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4926
999 _c46968
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