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THE SONG OF ROLAND. NEWLY TR. INTO ENGLISH BY JESSIE CROSLAN IBD

NABU PRESS
03 / 2012
9781277333169
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Sinopsis

'The Song Of Roland,' newly translated into English by Jessie Crosland, is a cornerstone of medieval literature. This epic poem, a classic chanson de geste, recounts the heroic tale of Roland, a knight in Charlemagne?s army, and the Battle of Roncevaux Pass in 778. Through vivid imagery and dramatic narrative, the poem explores themes of courage, loyalty, and the clash between Christianity and Islam during the Carolingian era. Brilliantly translated by Jessie Crosland, this edition brings the timeless story of Roland to a modern audience, preserving the poem?s original power and emotional depth. 'The Song Of Roland' remains a significant work for students of literature, history, and anyone interested in the cultural values of the Middle Ages. Its enduring appeal lies in its powerful depiction of heroism and sacrifice, capturing the spirit of a bygone era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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