{"title":"Chrétien de Troyes","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the captivating works of Chrétien de Troyes, a seminal figure in the realm of medieval literature. Known for pioneering the Arthurian romance genre, Chrétien's narratives have enchanted readers for centuries and continue to influence modern storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChrétien de Troyes, a 12th-century poet from France, is best remembered for introducing and popularising key elements of Arthurian legends, including the tales of knights, chivalric quests, and courtly love. His works offer a rich tapestry of medieval culture, where adventure and romance elegantly intertwine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his most renowned works is the collection known as \u003cem\u003eArthurian Romances\u003c\/em\u003e. This treasure trove includes enthralling stories of characters like Lancelot, Perceval, and the Holy Grail, providing a window into a world of bravery and intrigue. These tales are not only significant in the study of mythology but also hold a special place in the broader landscape of arts and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for enthusiasts of history and legend, Chrétien de Troyes’s works are an indispensable addition to any collection, offering timeless narratives that continue to inspire and engage readers of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"arthurian-romances-by-chretien-de-troyes-9780140445213","title":"Arthurian Romances","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine collection of the greatest French tales about the legend of Arthur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTaking the legends surrounding King Arthur and weaving in new psychological elements of personal desire and courtly manner, Chrétien de Troyes fashioned a new form of medieval Romance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Knight of the Cart\u003c\/em\u003e is the first telling of the adulterous relationship between Lancelot and Arthur's Queen Guinevere, and in \u003cem\u003eThe Knight with the Lion\u003c\/em\u003e, Yvain neglects his bride in his quest for greater glory. \u003cem\u003eErec and Enide\u003c\/em\u003e explores a knight's conflict between love and honour, \u003cem\u003eCliges\u003c\/em\u003e exalts the possibility of pure love outside marriage, while the haunting \u003cem\u003eThe Story of the Grail\u003c\/em\u003e chronicles the legendary quest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRich in symbolism, these evocative tales combine closely observed detail with fantastic adventure to create a compelling world that profoundly influenced Malory, and are the basis of the Arthurian legends we know today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46529501397228,"sku":"9780140445213","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27339903482237.jpg?v=1749217179"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/chretien-de-troyes.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}