Legends of the Middle Ages - Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art

by H. A. Guerber

2021-01-05 03:27:22

PREFACE: The object of this work is to familiarize young students with the legends which form the staple of mediaeval literature. While they may owe more than is apparent at first sight to the classical writings of the palmy days of Greece and Rome, ... Read more
PREFACE: The object of this work is to familiarize young students with the legends which form the staple of mediaeval literature. While they may owe more than is apparent at first sight to the classical writings of the palmy days of Greece and Rome, these legends are very characteristic of the people who told them, and they are the best exponents of the customs, manners, and beliefs of the time to which they belong.... It is extensively illustrated throughout and will appeal greatly to all historians. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Less

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File size8.5 X 5.5 X 0.86 in
Print pages388
PublisherJoline Press
Publication date March 15, 2007
LanguageEnglish
ISBN9781406729122
Hélène Adeline Guerber (1859–1929), also known as H.A. Guerber, was an American author of many books, most of which were lively retellings of myths, legends, folklore, plays, epic poetry, operas, ...

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