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History Of Charles The Great And Orlando: An Old Source Of Charlemagne Romance

History Of Charles The Great And Orlando: An Old Source Of Charlemagne Romance

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Morley, Henry

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Fiction AnthologiesEastern European HistoryGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1162891475
ISBN13: 9781162891477
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 50
Weight: 0.23
Height: 0.10 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
History of Charles the Great and Orlando: An Old Source of Charlemagne Romance by Henry Morley is a book that delves into the origins of the Charlemagne romances. The book focuses on the story of Charles the Great, also known as Charlemagne, and his legendary paladin, Orlando. Morley explores the historical background of these characters and their stories, tracing their origins back to ancient myths and legends.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the Charlemagne legend. Morley begins by discussing the historical background of Charlemagne and his reign, including his conquests and his role in shaping medieval Europe. He then moves on to explore the various legends and myths that have grown up around Charlemagne, including his association with the Holy Grail and his battles against the Saracens.Throughout the book, Morley draws on a wide range of sources, including medieval manuscripts, chronicles, and epic poems. He also provides extensive commentary and analysis, offering insights into the historical and cultural context of the Charlemagne legend.Overall, History of Charles the Great and Orlando: An Old Source of Charlemagne Romance is a fascinating exploration of one of the most enduring legends of medieval Europe. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and mythology of the Charlemagne era.THIS 50 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mediaeval Tales, by Henry Morley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101622.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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