Publisher's Synopsis
Troubadours and Courts of Love by John Frederick Rowbotham is a comprehensive study of the medieval French poetry and culture of the troubadours and the courts of love. The book explores the origins and development of the troubadour tradition, the social and cultural context in which it emerged, and the themes and motifs that characterize the poetry of this period. Rowbotham examines the role of the courts of love in shaping the troubadour tradition, and the influence of courtly love on the poetry of the troubadours. He also explores the gender dynamics of the troubadour tradition, and the ways in which women were represented in the poetry of this period. The book includes translations of selected troubadour poems, as well as a detailed analysis of the poetic techniques and structures employed by the troubadours. It also provides a broader historical and cultural context for the troubadour tradition, examining the political, social, and economic factors that contributed to its development. Overall, Troubadours and Courts of Love is an essential resource for anyone interested in the medieval French poetry and culture of the troubadours, and provides a fascinating insight into one of the most important literary traditions of the Middle Ages.1895. Best book on the subject! Oriental Influences; The Cradle of the Troubadours; How they came to England; The Troubadour Queen and King; Their Poetry; Their Social Life; English Troubadours; The Gleemen, Jongleurs, Wandering Minstrels and Glee-Maidens; Illustrations.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.
