BERNEVILLE, GUILLAUME DE; GASTON PARIS & ALPHONSE BOS (EDITORS)

La Vie de Saint Gilles par Guillaume de Berneville. Poéme Du Xiie Siècle. Publié D'Apés le Manuscrit Unique de Florence par Gaston Paris & Alphonse Bos (Textes Français 22)

Paris: Librairie De Firmin Didot Et Cie, 1881. First Edition; First Edition. Hardcover (Original Cloth). 188 pages & publisher's catalogue. Deckle-edged. With library stamps & labels. Slight wear & slight soiling to spine, covers & corners. Light foxing to fore edge. ; "La Vie de Saint Gilles par Guillaume de Berneville. Poème du XIIe siècle. Publié d'après le manuscrit unique de Florence par Gaston Paris & Alphonse Bos" is an essential edition of a 12th-century French epic poem that provides a detailed narrative of the life of Saint Gilles, a popular figure in medieval Christian lore. The text, based on the sole surviving manuscript housed in Florence, is critically edited by the renowned philologists Gaston Paris and Alphonse Bos, who offer not only a faithful transcription of the original Old French but also a thorough linguistic and historical commentary. The poem itself portrays the miraculous events and holy deeds of Saint Gilles, including his retreat to the wilderness, his challenges, and his sanctified interactions with Charles Martel. This edition is pivotal for its in-depth exploration of medieval religious narrative and its influence on later literary and cultural works. The editors' scholarly work illuminates the text's historical context and linguistic nuances, making it accessible to both contemporary scholars and enthusiasts of medieval literature. Their commentary also sheds light on the poem’s reception and its role in shaping the hagiographical traditions of medieval Europe, offering invaluable insights into the religious and literary milieu of the time. ; Ex-Library; Octavo (standard book size). Good with no dustjacket .

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Book number: 24113

Catalogue: Medieval Literature

BOUWMAN, ANDRE & BART BESAMUSCA (EDITORS)

Of Reynaert the Fox. Text and Facing Translation of the Middle Dutch Beast Epic Van Den Vos Reynaerde

Amsterdam: Amsterdam University Press, 2014. First Edition. Original decorated wrappers. ISBN: 908964024X. Some pages with extensive highlighting. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. ; Octavo; 368 pages. Very Good- .

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Book number: LCH46872

Catalogue: Medieval Literature

Keywords: 908964024x Midde Reynard

LECOY DE LA MARCHE, A.

Le Mystére de S. Bernard de Menthon Publié Pour la Première Fois D'Après le Manuscrit Unique Appartenant a M. Le Comte de Menthon (Société Des Anciens Textes Français 44)

Paris: Librairie De Firmin Didot Et Cie, 1888. First Edition; First Edition. Hardcover (Original Cloth). 204 pages & publisher's catalogue. Deckle-edged. With library stamps & labels. Slight wear & slight soiling to spine, covers & corners. Light foxing to fore edge. Annotations on recto back blank leaf. ; "Le Mystère de S. Bernard de Menthon Publié pour la Première Fois d'Après le Manuscrit Unique Appartenant à M. Le Comte de Menthon" is a scholarly publication that introduces readers to a medieval mystery play centered around the life of Saint Bernard of Menthon, an 11th-century archdeacon known for founding hospices in the Alps. This edition, edited for the first time from a unique manuscript owned by the Count of Menthon, presents the text in its original Old French, accompanied by extensive notes and commentary that elucidate its historical, linguistic, and theological nuances. The play itself dramatizes key moments in Saint Bernard's life, such as his devotion to the Church, his miraculous deeds, and his confrontation with local evils, embodying the spiritual and moral themes typical of the genre. The editor's meticulous research offers insights into the play's structure, its role within the community that performed it, and its significance in the broader context of medieval religious drama. This publication not only makes a significant contribution to the study of medieval theatre but also provides a window into the cultural and spiritual life of the period, preserving a piece of heritage that might otherwise have been lost. ; Ex-Library; Octavo (standard book size). Good with no dustjacket .

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Book number: 24112

Catalogue: Medieval Literature

MEYER, PAUL (EDITOR)

Brun de la Montaigne. Roman D' Aventure. Publiä Pour la Première Fois, D'Après le Manuscrit Unique de Paris par Paul Meyer (Textes Français, 3) .

Paris: Librairie De Firmin Didot Et Cie, 1875. First Edition; First Edition. Hardcover (Original Cloth). 151 pages. Deckle-edged. With library stamps & labels. Slight wear & slight soiling to spine, covers & corners. Light foxing to fore edge. ; "Brun de la Montaigne. Roman d'Aventure. Publié pour la Première Fois, d'Après le Manuscrit Unique de Paris par Paul Meyer" is a critical edition of a previously unpublished medieval adventure romance, expertly edited by the eminent philologist Paul Meyer. This narrative, set in the manuscript tradition of the Parisian libraries, unfolds the heroic escapades of Brun, a knight navigating the complexities of chivalry, romance, and conflict. Meyer’s edition, based on the only known manuscript of this tale, provides a meticulously edited text accompanied by comprehensive linguistic and historical annotations. The story captures the essence of medieval romance literature with its intricate plotlines involving noble quests, love interests, and the moral and physical challenges faced by its protagonist. Meyer's work not only resurrects a significant piece of medieval literature but also enhances our understanding of the genre's structure and thematic concerns during the period. His scholarly introduction and commentary contextualize the narrative within the broader spectrum of medieval literary traditions, offering insights into the stylistic and thematic nuances of the time. This publication is crucial for scholars and readers interested in the evolution of adventure narratives and the cultural milieu of medieval Europe. ; Ex-Library; Octavo (standard book size). Good with no dustjacket .

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Book number: 24114

Catalogue: Medieval Literature

Keywords: French