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Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
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Aggiungi al carrelloPaperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book makes available, for the first time, a trove of previously unpublished medieval French poems by Rutebeuf, a pivotal literary figure in 13th century France. The volume presents and analyzes Rutebeuf's satirical, political, and devotional works, offering a comprehensive understanding of the profound social and cultural shifts taking place in medieval Europe. Rutebeuf's writings are especially valuable as they provide a rare glimpse into the everyday lives, concerns, and struggles of ordinary people during this period. His satirical poems, for instance, critique prevailing social and political norms, including the corruption of the Church and the injustices suffered by the poor. Rutebeuf was also a devout Christian, and his devotional poetry expresses deep faith and a profound understanding of the human condition. The author argues that Rutebeuf's works are essential for understanding the development of French literature and for gaining insights into the complex social and religious landscape of the Middle Ages. Through a careful examination of Rutebeuf's poetic techniques and themes, this book sheds new light on the literary and historical significance of one of the most important writers of the period. 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.