The Literary History Of The Troubadours - Paperback - 9781417966219

The Literary History of the Troubadours by Saint Palaye is a comprehensive study of the troubadour tradition in medieval France. The book explores the origins and development of troubadour poetry and music, as well as the social and cultural context in which it flourished. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including troubadour manuscripts, historical documents, and literary criticism, Saint Palaye offers a detailed analysis of the themes, styles, and techniques of troubadour poetry, and shows how these evolved over time. The book also examines the role of troubadours in medieval society, their relationships with patrons and audiences, and their influence on later literary traditions. With its richly detailed analysis and extensive bibliography, The Literary History of the Troubadours is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of medieval literature and culture.Containing Their Lives, Extracts From Their Works And Many Particulars Relative To The Customs, Morals And History Of The Twelfth And Thirteenth Centuries. Collected And Abridged From The French.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• | Author: M. Saint Palaye
• | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• | Publication Date: Dec 01, 2004
• | Number of Pages: 240 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 1417966211
• | ISBN-13: 9781417966219