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Tales From the Gesta Romanorum
Paperback
Medieval & Renaissance HistoryLiterary CriticismFiction Anthologies
ISBN13: 9781024062762
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 268
Weight: 0.84
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Tales From the Gesta Romanorum presents a captivating collection of stories drawn from one of the most influential story collections of the Middle Ages. Compiled from diverse sources, including classical literature, biblical narratives, and historical anecdotes, the Gesta Romanorum served as a rich source of material for writers, preachers, and storytellers throughout Europe.
This edition, carefully selected and translated by Charles Swan, offers a window into the medieval worldview, exploring themes of morality, virtue, vice, and divine justice. The tales, often allegorical in nature, provide valuable insights into the social, religious, and cultural values of the time. Readers will find a blend of entertainment and instruction, as each story is designed to impart a moral lesson or illustrate a spiritual truth. Tales From the Gesta Romanorum remains a testament to the enduring power of storytelling and its ability to shape our understanding of the world.
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