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Guilbert D'Andrenas Chanson De Geste

Guilbert D'Andrenas Chanson De Geste

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Literary CriticismFiction AnthologiesGeneral Poetry

ISBN10: 102569712X
ISBN13: 9781025697123
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 112
Weight: 0.37
Height: 0.23 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Guilbert d'Andrenas is a notable Old French chanson de geste belonging to the Cycle of William of Orange. This heroic epic focuses on the exploits of Guilbert, one of the sons of Aymeri de Narbonne, as he seeks to establish his own legacy through martial prowess and steadfast devotion to his lineage. Set against the backdrop of medieval chivalry and feudal conflict, the narrative follows Guilbert's journey to claim his inheritance and defend his family's honor.

The poem is a vital example of the matière de France, showcasing themes of loyalty, bravery, and the complex relationships between fathers and sons within the Frankish nobility. As part of the larger William of Orange cycle, it provides crucial insight into the literary traditions of 12th and 13th-century France. This scholarly presentation, prepared by Jessie Crosland, offers readers access to the rich linguistic and cultural heritage of the medieval epic tradition. Guilbert d'Andrenas remains an essential text for students and scholars of medieval literature, providing a window into the heroic ideals and narrative structures that shaped Western literary history.

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