The Days of Chivalry; Or, The Legend of Croquemitaine by Quatrelles
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"The Days of Chivalry; Or, The Legend of Croquemitaine" by Ernest Louis Victor Jules L'Epine is a historical novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The narrative takes place during the era of Charlemagne, focusing on a mix of historical events and fantastical elements, a hallmark of legends about chivalry and knightly adventures. The story introduces numerous characters, including the formidable Emperor Charlemagne, and weaves tales of love, valor, and conflict among
knights and Saracens, set against a backdrop rich in humor and imagery. At the start of the tale, Charlemagne is depicted as a larger-than-life character, setting the stage for the events at a grand tournament meant to celebrate his recent military successes. The opening chapters describe the preparations for the tournament, showcasing the splendor of knights and the festive ambiance. Key players such as Roland, the brave Count of Mans; Oliver, his companion; and the menacing Saracen challenge from a character named Murad are introduced. The prologue establishes a lighthearted tone as it humorously contrasts the chivalric values with the antics of characters like Ganelon, setting the stage for a mix of valor, rivalry, and moral lessons that define the adventures of the knights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Quatrelles, 1826-1893 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883 |
| Translator | Hood, Tom, 1835-1874 |
| Title | The Days of Chivalry; Or, The Legend of Croquemitaine |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Charlemagne, Emperor, 742-814 -- Fiction |
| Subject | France -- History -- Humor |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 44428 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-44428-4 |
| Release Date | Dec 14, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 917 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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