Song and Legend from the Middle Ages by MacClintock and MacClintock
"Song and Legend from the Middle Ages" by William D. MacClintock and Porter Lander McClintock is a collection of selected excerpts that showcases the rich tapestry of European Continental literature from the eleventh to the thirteenth centuries, likely compiled in the late 19th century. This work aims to provide readers with an accessible introduction to the themes, forms, and spirit of medieval literature, highlighting how various national literatures shared commonalities while expressing
unique cultural characteristics. The opening portion of the text serves to outline the intent of the book, beginning with a preface that clarifies the challenges posed by language barriers for English readers regarding medieval European literature. The editors emphasize the need for a curated selection of works that encapsulate the essence of this period, focusing on key genres such as epic poetry, romances, and lyrical works. They explain how the medieval literary landscape was influenced by socio-political factors, religious traditions, and communal narratives that defined the zeitgeist of the era. Additionally, the first chapter introduces French literature, detailing its distinctions and categorizing various forms including national epics and romances, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of medieval literary achievements. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Compiler | MacClintock, William Darnall, 1858-1936 |
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| Compiler | MacClintock, Porter Lander, 1873-1939 |
| Title | Song and Legend from the Middle Ages |
| Series Title | Chautauqua reading circle literature |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | French literature -- Spanish literature -- Scandinavian literature -- German literature -- Italian literature. |
| Credits | Etext scanned by Dianne Bean of Phoenix, Arizona |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Literature, Medieval -- Translations into English |
| Subject | Literature, Medieval -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1893 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 1999 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 20, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 113 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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