Character in the Matter of England Part of a Thesis (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Herbert Le Sourd Creek

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1332414508 ISBN 13 : 9781332414505

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore how medieval English romances build character through action, dialogue, and a changing view of everyday life.
This study analyzes popular metrical tales from the Matter of England, focusing on how early English versions differ from their continental roots. It uses close reading to show how minor figures, lovers, and heroes reveal social tensions, everyday emotions, and the shifting voice of the narrator. The discussion moves from the lively contrasts among Horn, Havelok, Bevis, and Guy to how dialogue and plot drive character more than lengthy introspection.

- See how dramatis personae—named and unnamed—shape the stories and what their roles reveal about audience expectations.
- Learn how different romances balance action, humor, and moments of pathos to convey character.
- Understand how authors move from courtly tones to more realistic portrayals of labor, family, and community life.
- Discover how dialogue and dramatic situations carry mood, intent, and moral stance without heavy narration.

Ideal for readers of literary history and students seeking a clear account of how medieval romance builds character through structure, language, and social perspective.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1332414508
• ISBN 13: 9781332414505
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 57
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