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LoC No.: 12017829

Title: The Romaunce of the Sowdone of Babylone and of Ferumbras His Sone Who Conquerede Rome

Note: A free adaptation, rather than a translation, of French originals. The first part is probably founded upon the Destruction de Rome; the second upon some version of Fierabras, not now known (see introduction).

Note: Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Meredith Bach, RichardW, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
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Summary: "The Romaunce of the Sowdone of Babylone and of Ferumbras His Sone Who Conquerede Rome" is a medieval romance written in the late 14th century. This narrative poem explores the adventures surrounding Charlemagne and his knights, particularly focusing on the character of Ferumbras, the Saracen prince, as well as the legendary challenges faced in the attempts to rescue Rome from Saracen invaders. The opening of the narrative delves into the historical significance of Charlemagne's exploits, which captivated the medieval imagination and led to the creation of various romances glorifying his deeds. It emphasizes Charlemagne's enduring legacy and the extensive coverage of his campaigns against the Saracens in literary works across Europe. The author introduces the tale of the Sowdone of Babylone, a tyrant aiming to conquer Rome, setting the stage for a confrontation between the Christian knights and the forces of the Sowdone, hinting at the themes of valor, loyalty, and chivalric duty that dominate the romance. The beginning thus promises an engaging adventure steeped in historical lore and character-driven narratives, showing the cultural interplay of faith and martial prowess prevalent during the period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Editor: Hausknecht, Emil, 1853-1927

EBook No.: 48531

Published: Mar 19, 2015

Downloads: 142

Language: English

Subject: Romances, English

Subject: English poetry -- Middle English, 1100-1500

Subject: Charlemagne, Emperor, 742-814 -- Romances

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 12017829

Title: The Romaunce of the Sowdone of Babylone and of Ferumbras His Sone Who Conquerede Rome

Note: A free adaptation, rather than a translation, of French originals. The first part is probably founded upon the Destruction de Rome; the second upon some version of Fierabras, not now known (see introduction).

Note: Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Meredith Bach, RichardW, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Summary: "The Romaunce of the Sowdone of Babylone and of Ferumbras His Sone Who Conquerede Rome" is a medieval romance written in the late 14th century. This narrative poem explores the adventures surrounding Charlemagne and his knights, particularly focusing on the character of Ferumbras, the Saracen prince, as well as the legendary challenges faced in the attempts to rescue Rome from Saracen invaders. The opening of the narrative delves into the historical significance of Charlemagne's exploits, which captivated the medieval imagination and led to the creation of various romances glorifying his deeds. It emphasizes Charlemagne's enduring legacy and the extensive coverage of his campaigns against the Saracens in literary works across Europe. The author introduces the tale of the Sowdone of Babylone, a tyrant aiming to conquer Rome, setting the stage for a confrontation between the Christian knights and the forces of the Sowdone, hinting at the themes of valor, loyalty, and chivalric duty that dominate the romance. The beginning thus promises an engaging adventure steeped in historical lore and character-driven narratives, showing the cultural interplay of faith and martial prowess prevalent during the period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Editor: Hausknecht, Emil, 1853-1927

EBook No.: 48531

Published: Mar 19, 2015

Downloads: 142

Language: English

Subject: Romances, English

Subject: English poetry -- Middle English, 1100-1500

Subject: Charlemagne, Emperor, 742-814 -- Romances

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.