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Arthur of the Low Countries: The Arthurian Legend in Dutch and Flemish Literature
Arthur of the Low Countries: The Arthurian Legend in Dutch and Flemish Literature
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The medieval Low Countries (modern-day Belgium and the Netherlands) saw a flourishing of Arthurian romance in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, with Middle Dutch poets translating French material and creating their own romances. This book provides an overview of the Dutch Arthurian material and the research it has provoked, highlighting the region's crossroads between the French and Germanic spheres of influence.
Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2021
Publisher: University of Wales Press
In the captivating medieval era of the Low Countries, which encompasses modern-day Belgium and the Netherlands, a vibrant literary genre known as Arthurian romance thrived during the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. The Middle Dutch poets, with their creative prowess, undertook the task of translating French material, such as Chretien's renowned Conte du Graal and the Prose Lancelot, while also crafting their own captivating tales, such as Walewein. This comprehensive book serves as a contemporary exploration of the rich Dutch Arthurian material and the scholarly insights it has generated. Geographically, the region stands as a crossroads between the French and Germanic spheres of influence, and the movement of texts and manuscripts, from West to East, reflects its strategic position. Chapters on the historical context, French material, and the captivating Germanic Arthuriana of the Rhinelands shed light on this dynamic landscape. At the heart of the book, three chapters delve into the translations of French verse texts, French prose texts, and the indigenous romances that blossomed within the Dutch cultural tapestry. These chapters are complemented by chapters on the manuscripts, the portrayal of Arthur in historical chronicles, and the fascinating post-medieval Arthurian material. By delving into these diverse aspects, the book offers a comprehensive and captivating perspective on the enduring legacy of Arthurian romance in the Low Countries.
Weight: 678g
Dimension: 181 x 250 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786836823
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