The English Troubadours (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425344276)

""The English Troubadours"" by John Frederick Rowbotham is a comprehensive study of the troubadour tradition in medieval England. The book explores the history and cultural context of troubadour poetry, which originated in Provence, France, in the 12th century and spread throughout Europe. Rowbotham examines the work of English troubadours such as Richard the Lionheart, Blondel de Nesle, and Bertran de Born, and analyzes their themes, styles, and techniques. He also discusses the role of troubadours in medieval society, including their connections to the courtly love tradition and their influence on literature and music. The book provides a fascinating insight into the world of medieval troubadours and their enduring legacy in English literature and culture.THIS 44 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Troubadours and Courts of Love, by John Frederick Rowbotham. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610432X.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.

Author: John Frederick Rowbotham
ISBN-10: 1425344275
ISBN-13: 9781425344276
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d