Chronicle and Romance: Froissart, Malory, Holinshed (The Harvard Classics Series)

Language: EnglishPublished: October 8, 2004

Subjects:

England Social life and customs 16th century Great Britain History Edward III, 1327-1377

Bookshelves:

Culture/Civilization/Society Literature Harvard Classics History - British History - General Arthurian Legends

Authors:

Berners, John Bourchier
Caxton, William
Froissart, Jean
Harrison, William
1534 - 1593
Macaulay, G. C. (George Campbell)
1852 - 1915
Malory, Thomas

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In a time marked by epic battles and shifting allegiances, "Chronicle and Romance: Froissart, Malory, Holinshed" offers a vivid tapestry of medieval history. This compelling anthology brings together the chronicles of Jean Froissart, whose accounts of the Hundred Years' War capture the tumult of an era defined by valor and strife, alongside Sir Thomas Malory’s Arthurian tales that weave themes of chivalry and honor. The collection also includes Holinshed's historical narratives, providing a comprehensive view of the period's social and political dynamics. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this work invites readers to explore the intricate interplay of fact and fiction, revealing the enduring legacy of these seminal texts.