The Song Of Roland (1913)
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Overview
The Song of Roland is a historical epic poem that was first published in 1913 by Arthur S. Way. It tells the story of the legendary French knight Roland and his heroic deeds in the Battle of Roncevaux Pass against the invading Moors in the 8th century. The poem is set during the reign of Charlemagne, the first Holy Roman Emperor, and depicts the struggle between Christianity and Islam. The Song of Roland is considered one of the greatest works of medieval literature and is renowned for its vivid descriptions of battle scenes, its portrayal of the chivalric code of honor, and its exploration of themes such as loyalty, betrayal, and sacrifice. This edition includes an introduction by the translator, as well as footnotes and a glossary to aid in understanding the historical and cultural context of the poem.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781165621163
- ISBN-10: 1165621169
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.9 pounds
- Page Count: 160
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