The Romance and Legend of Chivalry

The Romance and Legend of Chivalry is a book written by A. R. Hope Moncrieff that explores the history, mythology, and cultural significance of chivalry. The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of chivalry, including its origins in medieval Europe, the role of knights in society, the code of chivalry, and the various legends and stories associated with chivalry.Throughout the book, Moncrieff draws on a wide range of sources, including historical documents, literature, and art, to provide a comprehensive and engaging overview of this fascinating topic. He explores the different ways in which chivalry has been represented and celebrated over the centuries, from the epic tales of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table to the romanticized images of knights in popular culture.The Romance and Legend of Chivalry is a rich and informative book that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of medieval Europe, the mythology of knights and chivalry, or the cultural significance of these enduring legends. With its engaging writing style and wealth of information, it is sure to be a valuable resource for students, scholars, and general readers alike.With Illustrations from Drawings and Famous Paintings.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.

Author: A. R. Hope Moncrieff
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 520
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.52lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.05d
ISBN: 9781162734286

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