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Aucassin and Nicolete
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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.
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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 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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