| Author |
Gerbert, de Montreuil, active 13th century |
| Illustrator |
Liédet, Loyset, 1420?-1479 |
| Title |
Le livre de Girart de Nevers et de la belle Euriant s'amye
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| Original Publication |
Bruges: copy made by order of Philip III duke of Burgundy, 1419, pubdate 1467.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica))
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| Summary |
"Le livre de Girart de Nevers et de la belle Euriant s'amye" by Gerbert is a medieval narrative poem likely written in the late 12th or early 13th century. This work intricately weaves themes of chivalry, love, and betrayal, primarily focusing on the characters Girart, the young Count of Nevers, and his beloved Euriant. The story unfolds against a backdrop of courtly festivities, tournaments, and dramatic conflicts, reflecting the complexities of noble relationships and personal honor. At the start of the tale, Girart, a noble youth marked by beauty and valor, is introduced in a grand royal court where festivities are underway. The court is abuzz with jousts and the admiration of knights and ladies for Girart's exploits. However, the plot thickens when the envious Liziart, Count of Forest, speaks ill of Girart, leading to a wager that could cost Girart his title and beloved Euriant. As tensions rise, betrayal takes center stage, particularly through the deceitful actions of those around him, setting Girart on a path filled with challenges that test his valor and loyalty. The opening chapters set the stage for rich character developments and the ensuing drama that will unfold as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Romances
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71455 |
| Release Date |
Aug 20, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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