Medieval French Romance

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Year: 1993
Pages: 221
Binding Hardcover
ISBN 805782826

Product Code: 788165917

Description

Douglas Kelly. Romance emerged in the 12th century from both oral & written traditions & evolved in verse & prose until by the 16th century the recognizable form of the classic novel appeared. Kelly provides a comprehensive survey of the branches & subgenres of romance. He traces the evolution & adaptation of prose & verse forms, describes the elements that characterized each of these genres, & explains their relationship to & influence on romance. He traces the development of favorite themes in medieval romance, & tales of courtly love & marvelous adventure. He introduces the literary & cultural context in which romances were written, & read.

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