Publisher's Synopsis
Sir Tristrem: A Metrical Romance Of The Thirteenth Century is a classic work of medieval literature written by Thomas of Erceldoune. The book tells the story of Sir Tristrem, a knight who falls in love with the beautiful Isolde, the wife of his uncle King Mark. The two begin a secret affair, but their love is discovered and they are forced to flee. The story follows their adventures as they try to escape the wrath of King Mark and find a way to be together.The book is written in a poetic style and is considered one of the earliest examples of English literature. It is also notable for its use of the Arthurian legend, as Sir Tristrem is a member of King Arthur's court. The themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal are central to the story, and the characters are complex and well-developed.Overall, Sir Tristrem: A Metrical Romance Of The Thirteenth Century is a timeless classic that is still beloved by readers today. Its beautiful language and engaging plot make it a must-read for anyone interested in medieval literature or the 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.
