Of Aucassin And Nicolette (1902)

Of Aucassin And Nicolette (1902)

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Of Aucassin and Nicolette is a medieval French literary work that tells the story of the love between Aucassin, the son of a count, and Nicolette, a slave girl. The story is set in the 12th century and follows the two lovers as they overcome numerous obstacles to be together. Along the way, they encounter battles, imprisonment, and other hardships, but their love for each other remains steadfast. The book was translated into English by Laurence Housman in 1902 and is considered a classic of medieval literature. The story is notable for its use of poetry and song, as well as its exploration of themes such as love, loyalty, and the power of fate. Housman's translation is highly regarded for its faithful rendering of the original text and its poetic style. Overall, Of Aucassin and Nicolette is a timeless tale of love and devotion that has captivated readers for centuries.Together With Amabel And Amoris.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781120660497
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 118
Weight: 168g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 6mm