Isbn: 9780282076146 - aliscans: chanson de geste; publiée d'après le manuscrit de la bibliothèque de l'arsenal et à l'aide de cinq autres manuscrits (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book comprises a chanson de geste titled Aliscans, an Old French epic poem from the 12th century. It belongs to the Geste de Guillaume d'Orange, a significant literary cycle that chronicles the exploits of the hero Guillaume au Court Nez ("William the Short-Nosed") and his family. The poem narrates the Battle of Aliscans, a pivotal clash between the Christian forces led by Guillaume and the Saracen army under their leader, Abderame. After an intense battle, Guillaume and his men are defeated. Guillaume escapes back to his city of Orange, where he confronts grief, despair, and a profound moral crisis. However, through the intercession of his nephew Vivien, who offers him absolution, Guillaume finds redemption and regains his fighting spirit. The book offers insights into the feudal society, religious beliefs, and military culture of medieval France. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…