The "gest Hystoriale" Of The Destruction Of Troy

By Huchown and Guido delle Colonne

The "gest Hystoriale" Of The Destruction Of Troy, Volume 3, presents an alliterative Middle English verse translation of Guido delle Colonne's Historia Troiana. This medieval romance retells the story of the Trojan War, drawing upon classical sources and shaping them for a medieval audience. The text offers insights into the literary tastes and historical understanding of the period. This volume allows readers to explore the evolution of classical narratives in medieval England and the development of alliterative verse as a significant poetic form.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1024808386
• ISBN13: 9781024808384
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• Length: 198 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"