The Grail, the Quest, and the World of Arthur

by Norris J. Lacy

The idea of the quest, crucial to Arthurian literature, investigated in texts, manuscripts, and film.

The theme of the quest in Arthurian literature - mainly but not exclusively the Grail quest - is explored in the essays presented here, covering French, Dutch, Norse, German, and English texts. A number of the essays trace the relationship, often negative, between Arthurian chivalry and the Grail ethos. Whereas most of the contributors reflect...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1843841703
• ISBN13: 9781843841708
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Boydell & Brewer
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 9.1" x 6.2"