{"product_id":"2026770000423-secondhand-stories-of-charlemagne","title":"Stories Of Charlemagne","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Good                          \u003cbr\u003eJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage\u003cbr\u003ePages: Good                  \u003cbr\u003eMarkings: No markings\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA richly crafted work of medieval legend and folklore, Stories of Charlemagne chronicles the epic tales surrounding one of history's most celebrated rulers, the Frankish king whose reign shaped the course of European civilization. Jennifer Westwood draws from the vast tradition of chansons de geste and medieval romance to present the legendary deeds of Charlemagne and his legendary paladins, including the heroic Roland, weaving together myth, history, and chivalric adventure. Written with an accessible and engaging tone, the work illustrates how these stories evolved across centuries, passing from oral tradition into the great literary cycles that captivated medieval audiences across Europe. Westwood's retelling brings clarity and narrative momentum to tales of battle, loyalty, betrayal, and Christian crusading spirit, making the material vivid and compelling for modern readers. A superb introduction to the Carolingian legend cycle, it stands as an essential volume for anyone drawn to the roots of Western epic tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48887929798875,"sku":"2026770000423-SECONDHAND","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/214c9c7b-4cfc-4af2-b0f2-e54a97389ed3.png?v=1781749828","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026770000423-secondhand-stories-of-charlemagne","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}