Legends And Satires From Mediaeval Literature

by Martha Hale Shackford

Book Overview

Legends And Satires From Mediaeval Literature is a book written by Martha Hale Shackford. The book is a collection of legends and satirical stories from medieval literature. It features a variety of tales, including stories of chivalry, romance, and adventure, as well as satirical tales that poke fun at the customs and traditions of the time. The book includes works from a variety of medieval authors, including Chaucer, Boccaccio, and the anonymous author of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. The stories are presented in their original form, with modern translations provided for clarity. The book is a fascinating look at the literature of the Middle Ages, and provides insight into the culture and society of the time. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in medieval literature, history, or culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162991194
• ISBN13: 9781162991191
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"