The Development Of Arthurian Romance
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Edition: 1st ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing , price clipped
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Roger Sherman Loomis's The Development Of Arthurian Romance presents a meticulous academic study of the origins and evolution of the Arthurian legends. This scholarly work chronicles the transformation of early Celtic myths and historical figures into the enduring literary tradition of King Arthur and his knights. It uncovers the intricate pathways through which these narratives spread across medieval Europe, illustrating their adaptation and reinterpretation by various authors and cultures. Loomis argues for specific influences and connections, detailing the literary and historical forces that shaped the romance genre. The text offers an authoritative analysis, essential for understanding the foundational elements of one of Western literature's most significant cycles.
Author: Roger Sherman Loomis
Format: Hardback
Published: 1963, Hutchinson University Library
Edition: 1st ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing , price clipped
Markings: No markings
Roger Sherman Loomis's The Development Of Arthurian Romance presents a meticulous academic study of the origins and evolution of the Arthurian legends. This scholarly work chronicles the transformation of early Celtic myths and historical figures into the enduring literary tradition of King Arthur and his knights. It uncovers the intricate pathways through which these narratives spread across medieval Europe, illustrating their adaptation and reinterpretation by various authors and cultures. Loomis argues for specific influences and connections, detailing the literary and historical forces that shaped the romance genre. The text offers an authoritative analysis, essential for understanding the foundational elements of one of Western literature's most significant cycles.