The Chatelaine of Vergi: A Romance of the Xiiith Century; Volume 3 [French]

By Alice Kemp-Welch

The Chatelaine of Vergi is a medieval French romance that tells a tragic tale of courtly love. Set in the 13th century, the story revolves around a beautiful and virtuous ch telaine (the female castellan of a castle) and her secret love affair with a knight. Their love is predicated upon absolute secrecy; the knight has been granted the gift of always being able to satisfy his lady's desires, provided that their relationship remains hidden from the world.

When the queen, envious of the ch telaine's beauty and suspecting a love affair, attempts to seduce the knight, the delicate balance of their secret love is threatened. The consequences of broken vows and exposed secrets lead to a heartbreaking series of events that demonstrate the perils of courtly love and the destructive power of jealousy. This edition presents the Old French text alongside an English translation, making it accessible to both scholars and enthusiasts of medieval literature. Explore themes of love, secrecy, and betrayal in this classic romance, "The Chatelaine of Vergi".

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: French
• ISBN: 1147327793
• ISBN13: 9781147327793
• Release Date: March 2010
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"