Old French Romances
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The first tale, "The Tale of King Coustans the Emperor", recounts the extraordinary journey of Coustans, an abandoned child who ascends to the Byzantine throne. "The Friendship of Amis and Amile" depicts the unwavering bond between two knights, Amis and Amile, who face trials and tribulations together. In "The Tale of King Florus and the Fair Jehane", the reader encounters parallel stories of two couples: Florus and his desire for an heir, and Jehane and Robin, whose quest for redemption intertwines with Florus's story. The final tale, "The History of Over Sea", follows a narrative of pilgrimages and adventure, filled with acts of treachery and ultimate forgiveness. These stories, rooted in medieval tradition, offer a captivating blend of adventure, romance, and moral lessons.Book Details
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William Morris
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William Morris was a British textile designer, poet, artist, novelist, translator and socialist activist associated with the British Arts and Crafts Movement. He was a major contributor to t...
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