Memoirs Of Ancient Chivalry: To Which Are Added, The Anecdotes Of The Times, From The Romance Writers And Historians Of Those Ages (1784)

By Sainte-Palaye and Jean-Baptiste de La Curne de Sainte-Palaye

Book Overview

Memoirs of Ancient Chivalry is a historical book written by Sainte-Palaye, which was originally published in 1784. The book is a comprehensive account of the chivalric era, which was a period of medieval history characterized by the code of chivalry, knightly virtues, and the romantic ideals of courtly love. It provides a detailed description of the customs, traditions, and practices of the knights, including their training, armor, weapons, and tournaments. The book also includes anecdotes and stories from the romance writers and historians of those ages, which provide insights into the social, cultural, and political context of the chivalric era. The anecdotes cover a wide range of topics, including the lives of famous knights, the role of women in chivalry, the influence of the church, and the impact of the crusades. Overall, Memoirs of Ancient Chivalry is an essential read for anyone interested in medieval history, chivalry, and the romantic ideals of the past. The book is well-researched, informative, and engaging, making it a valuable addition to any history enthusiast's library.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: 1164934287
• ISBN13: 9781164934288
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 394 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"