The Troubadours

A History Of Provencal Life And Literature In The Middle Ages

von Francis Hueffer

384 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Troubadours: A History Of Provencal Life And Literature In The Middle Ages is a book written by Francis Hueffer. It is a comprehensive exploration of the culture, traditions, and literature of Provence during the Middle Ages. The book focuses on the Troubadours, a group of poets and musicians who emerged in the 11th century and contributed greatly to the development of medieval literature.The author delves into the historical context of the Troubadours, their social status, and their role in society. He examines their poetry, music, and art, as well as their influence on the development of courtly love and romanticism. The book also provides insights into the political and cultural landscape of medieval Provence, including the impact of the Crusades and the rise of the Cathar heresy.Hueffer's writing is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers. The Troubadours: A History Of Provencal Life And Literature In The Middle Ages is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval literature, music, and culture, as well as the history of Provence.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.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Geschichte und Kritik Lyrik und Dichter
• ISBN: 9781432641184
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.06.2007
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC