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Chivalry
Hardcover
FantasyRomanceLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025547275
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 322
Weight: 1.38
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Chivalry is a masterful exploration of the medieval ethos, woven through a series of interconnected tales that celebrate the romantic and ethical ideals of a bygone era. Set against the rich tapestry of the 14th and 15th centuries, this work delves into the lives of kings, queens, and noble knights who navigate the complexities of honor, devotion, and the demanding code of courtly love. James Branch Cabell's prose, celebrated for its rhythmic beauty and sophisticated wit, brings to life a world where the pursuit of the ideal often clashes with the harsh realities of human nature.
As part of the author's broader mythological cycle, these stories examine the tension between the lofty aspirations of the chivalric spirit and the inevitable frailties of the heart. From the royal courts of England and France to the battlefields of historical legend, the narratives in Chivalry offer a profound meditation on the enduring power of romance and the noble myths that shape our understanding of the past. It remains an essential work for readers of historical fantasy and literary fiction who appreciate a nuanced, lyrical approach to the legends of old.
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