Publisher's Synopsis
A Dictionary of Medieval Romance and Romance Writers is a comprehensive reference book written by Lewis Spence. The book provides a detailed description of the medieval romance genre, which includes stories of chivalry, love, and adventure. It also includes biographical information about the most prominent writers of medieval romance, such as Chr�����tien de Troyes, Marie de France, and Wolfram von Eschenbach.The dictionary is organized alphabetically, making it easy for readers to find specific entries. Each entry includes a brief summary of the story or work, as well as information about the author and their contributions to the genre. The book also includes a glossary of terms commonly used in medieval romance, such as ""courtly love"" and ""quest.""In addition to its comprehensive coverage of medieval romance, A Dictionary of Medieval Romance and Romance Writers also provides insights into the cultural and historical context in which these stories were written. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the medieval period, literature, or the evolution of the romance genre.1913. This fascinating work reveals who the medieval writers were, what they wrote, and biographical information about each of them. Helpful resource and fascinating reading!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.
