Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. "Flamenca" is a cornerstone of thirteenth-century Provenc?al literature, masterfully translated by H.F.M. Prescott from the original Occitan verse of Bernardet the Troubadour. This courtly romance offers a vibrant and often satirical window into the medieval world of chivalry, secret passions, and the complexities of human emotion. The narrative centers on the beautiful Flamenca, whose life is overshadowed by the suffocating jealousy of her husband, Lord Archimbaut. Locked away in a tower to protect her from perceived suitors, Flamenca becomes the object of a daring and clandestine pursuit by Guillaume de Nevers, a knight who employs wit and disguise to reach her.Beyond its romantic plot, "Flamenca" is celebrated for its psychological depth and its vivid depiction of aristocratic life in medieval France. It subverts traditional tropes of the era, blending humor with a sophisticated exploration of the ideals of fine amor (courtly love). This translation captures the lyrical essence and narrative vigor of the original troubadour tradition, making one of the most significant works of the High Middle Ages accessible to modern readers. It remains an essential work for those interested in the evolution of the European novel and the enduring legacy of medieval romantic literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Bestandsnummer des Verk�ufers 9781025660981

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Flamenca : Translated From the Thirteenth-Century Provençal of Bernardet the Troubadour

H F M Prescott

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Flamenca' is a cornerstone of thirteenth-century Provenc al literature, masterfully translated by H.F.M. Prescott from the original Occitan verse of Bernardet the Troubadour. This courtly romance offers a vibrant and often satirical window into the medieval world of chivalry, secret passions, and the complexities of human emotion. The narrative centers on the beautiful Flamenca, whose life is overshadowed by the suffocating jealousy of her husband, Lord Archimbaut. Locked away in a tower to protect her from perceived suitors, Flamenca becomes the object of a daring and clandestine pursuit by Guillaume de Nevers, a knight who employs wit and disguise to reach her.Beyond its romantic plot, 'Flamenca' is celebrated for its psychological depth and its vivid depiction of aristocratic life in medieval France. It subverts traditional tropes of the era, blending humor with a sophisticated exploration of the ideals of fine amor (courtly love). This translation captures the lyrical essence and narrative vigor of the original troubadour tradition, making one of the most significant works of the High Middle Ages accessible to modern readers. It remains an essential work for those interested in the evolution of the European novel and the enduring legacy of medieval romantic literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Bestandsnummer des Verk�ufers 9781025660981

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