Guingamor, Lanval, Tyolet, Le Bisclaveret: Arthurian Romances

By Marie de France

Book Overview

Guingamor, Lanval, Tyolet, Le Bisclaveret: Arthurian Romances is a collection of four medieval tales written by the French poet Marie de France. These romances are set in the world of King Arthur and his knights, and they explore themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal.In Guingamor, a young knight named Guingamor falls in love with a beautiful lady who is being held captive by a cruel lord. He must use his courage and cunning to rescue her and win her heart.In Lanval, a knight named Lanval is visited by a fairy queen who offers him riches and love. However, he must keep their relationship a secret from the court of King Arthur, which leads to a series of misunderstandings and challenges.Tyolet tells the story of a knight who is abandoned by his mother at birth and must prove himself worthy of his father's love and respect. He sets out on a quest to find his mother and discovers a world of danger and adventure.Finally, Le Bisclaveret is the tale of a werewolf who is cursed to live as a beast for three days each week. He must navigate the challenges of his dual nature and find a way to break the curse.Marie de France's Arthurian Romances are beloved for their vivid characters, imaginative settings, and timeless themes. This collection is a must-read for fans of medieval literature and Arthurian legend.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430466847
• ISBN13: 9781430466840
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"