Peire Vidal, one of the most celebrated of the Occitan troubadours, was a favorite performer at the courts of France, Spain, Italy, Malta, and Palestine during the late twelfth and early thirteenth centuries. His witty and humorous love-songs and satires provide a fascinating insight into the courtly society of his times. This book includes the first English translation and commentary of the complete works of Peire Vidal. It is a useful and accessible text for students and specialists of medieval literature.
Peire Vidal, one of the most celebrated of the Occitan troubadours, was a favorite performer at the courts of France, Spain, Italy, Malta, and Palestine during the late twelfth and early thirteenth centuries. His witty and humorous love-songs and satires provide a fascinating insight into the courtly society of his times. This book includes the first English translation and commentary of the complete works of Peire Vidal. It is a useful and accessible text for students and specialists of medieval literature.
The Songs of Peire Vidal: Translation and Commentary
259
The Songs of Peire Vidal: Translation and Commentary
259
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780820479224 |
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| Publisher: | Peter Lang Publishing Inc. |
| Publication date: | 07/28/2006 |
| Pages: | 259 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.30(w) x 9.06(h) x 0.03(d) |