Marie De France

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French Mediaeval Romances From the Lays of Marie de France

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French Mediaeval Romances From the Lays of Marie de France

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Marie de France, active during the late 12th century, is recognized as the earliest known female poet to write in French. Likely born in France, she spent much of her life in England, where her work was known at the court of King Henry II. Her identity remains largely a mystery, with her name and origin inferred from references in her manuscripts.Marie was a skilled linguist, proficient in Latin, Middle English, and possibly Breton, which enriched her literary creations. Her most celebrated work, The Lais of Marie de France, is a collection of twelve narrative poems that blend elements of Celtic folklore with the courtly culture of the Anglo-Norman elite. These lais explore themes of love, chivalry, and the supernatural, offering a window into the medieval mindset.Beyond her lais, Marie translated Aesop's Fables from Middle English into Anglo-Norman French, demonstrating her versatility and commitment to making literature accessible. She also authored Espurgatoire seint Partiz, a work based on a Latin text about St. Patrick's Purgatory. Marie's contributions significantly influenced the development of medieval European literature, and her works continue to be studied for their artistic and historical value.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 204
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Oktober 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 11mm
• Gewicht: 290g
• ISBN-13: 9781017291957
• ISBN-10: 1017291950
• Artikelnr.: 67092446