ISBN: 9780259834021 - knighthood and chivalry (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines the history and evolution of chivalry from its origins in feudal society to its later romanticized form, tracing its influence on Western culture and civilization. The author argues that chivalry, with its emphasis on honor, loyalty, and service, played a significant role in shaping European society and that its ideals continue to resonate in the present day. The book explores the emergence of knighthood as a social and military class, the development of chivalric codes of conduct, and the role of chivalry in literature and art. It also discusses the decline of chivalry in the late Middle Ages and its transformation into a more idealized and symbolic form in the Renaissance and beyond. The author concludes that chivalry, despite its historical evolution, remains a powerful symbol of human aspiration and ethical conduct. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…