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Aucassin and Nicolete

Andrew Lang

FormatEbook
Published1998
Words13,825
LanguageEnglish
ReadingIncluded
About this book
Andrew Lang's translation of "Aucassin and Nicolete" presents a medieval French tale, alternating between prose and verse, that follows two young lovers separated by social barriers. This edition suits readers interested in medieval literature, folklore, and the chantefable form.
From our reading desk Aucassin and Nicolete: A Reader's NoteAndrew Lang's rendering of a medieval song-story that alternates prose with verse, following two young lovers kept apart.
Andrew Lang

Andrew Lang

Andrew Lang was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic, and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the University of St Andrews are named after him.

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