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Title: Aucassin and Nicolete
Note: Translation of: Aucassin et Nicolette.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1910 David Nutt edition by David Price
Summary: "Aucassin and Nicolete" by Andrew Lang is a unique medieval narrative poem, often categorized as a "cante-fable," blending prose and verse. Likely written during the medieval period, this tale revolves around a complex love story set against the backdrop of chivalric romance and cultural differences, specifically the love between a Christian knight, Aucassin, and a Muslim lady, Nicolete. It explores themes of love, yearning, and the consequences of societal expectations, making it a notable artifact of its genre. The story unfolds as Aucassin, a young and charming nobleman, becomes infatuated with Nicolete, a captured Saracen maid who has been raised as a Christian in his father’s household. Despite his noble lineage, Aucassin's heart belongs to Nicolete, and he resists the pressures to embrace knighthood or take up arms without her. Their love faces numerous trials, including Aucassin's imprisonment and Nicolete's forced departure. The lovers endure various adventures filled with both peril and passion, ultimately demonstrating the enduring power of love and the lengths one will go to be reunited with their beloved. Their journey is marked by humor and tender moments, culminating in a reunion that reinforces the playfulness and poignancy of their romance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Translator: Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912
EBook No.: 1578
Published: Dec 1, 1998
Downloads: 69
Language: English
Subject: Romances -- Translations into English
Subject: Legends -- France -- Translations into English
Subject: French literature -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Aucassin and Nicolete
Note: Translation of: Aucassin et Nicolette.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1910 David Nutt edition by David Price
Summary: "Aucassin and Nicolete" by Andrew Lang is a unique medieval narrative poem, often categorized as a "cante-fable," blending prose and verse. Likely written during the medieval period, this tale revolves around a complex love story set against the backdrop of chivalric romance and cultural differences, specifically the love between a Christian knight, Aucassin, and a Muslim lady, Nicolete. It explores themes of love, yearning, and the consequences of societal expectations, making it a notable artifact of its genre. The story unfolds as Aucassin, a young and charming nobleman, becomes infatuated with Nicolete, a captured Saracen maid who has been raised as a Christian in his father’s household. Despite his noble lineage, Aucassin's heart belongs to Nicolete, and he resists the pressures to embrace knighthood or take up arms without her. Their love faces numerous trials, including Aucassin's imprisonment and Nicolete's forced departure. The lovers endure various adventures filled with both peril and passion, ultimately demonstrating the enduring power of love and the lengths one will go to be reunited with their beloved. Their journey is marked by humor and tender moments, culminating in a reunion that reinforces the playfulness and poignancy of their romance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Translator: Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912
EBook No.: 1578
Published: Dec 1, 1998
Downloads: 69
Language: English
Subject: Romances -- Translations into English
Subject: Legends -- France -- Translations into English
Subject: French literature -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.