Mediaeval Tales
Journey through Medieval Tales: Knights, Damsels, Dragons, and Quests in Enchanting LanguageBy Various
Length7h 44m
About this audiobook
"Mediaeval Tales" is a captivating anthology that transports readers to the rich tapestry of the Middle Ages, blending folklore, legend, and moralistic storytelling. The collection features an array of narratives that reflect the socio-political landscapes, religious fervor, and cultural practices of the period, employing a lyrical prose style that echoes the oral traditions of medieval storytelling. Each tale encapsulates human experiences and communal values, showcasing the intricate interplay between history and fiction that shaped the oral and written literature of the time. The compilation is the work of various authors, each contributing to the literary dialogue of their age. Drawn from the realms of knights, peasants, and scholars, these tales emerge from an epoch marked by the juxtaposition of chivalry and superstition, wherein storytellers sought to entertain and impart wisdom while reflecting societal mores. This collection not only preserves the diverse voices of its contributors but also serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of medieval storytelling in shaping contemporary literature. "Mediaeval Tales" is an essential read for anyone fascinated by the intricacies of medieval culture, literature, and history. Scholars, students, and casual readers alike will find joy in its vivid imagery and profound insights, discovering how these ancient tales resonate with timeless human dilemmas and ethical quandaries.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length7 hrs 44 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER XXII.
26THE YOUNG CID.
2CHAPTER XXIII.
27XIMENA DEMANDS VENGEANCE.
3CHAPTER XXIV.
28THE CID AND THE FIVE MOORISH KINGS.
4CHAPTER XXV.
29THE CID'S COURTSHIP.
5CHAPTER XXVI.
30THE CID'S WEDDING.
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6CHAPTER XXVII.
31THE CID AND THE LEPER.
7CHAPTER XXVIII.
32BAVIECA.
8CHAPTER XXIX.
33THE EXCOMMUNICATION OF THE CID.
9CHAPTER XXX.
34PART III.: COUNT ALARCOS AND THE INFANTA SOLISA.
10CHAPTER XXXI.
35TALES FROM THE GESTA ROMANORUM.
11CHAPTER XXXII.
36CONTENTS.
12BALLAD ROMANCE
37I.—THE EIGHT PENNIES.
13THE DAYS OF CHARLEMAGNE
38II.—THE THREE TRUTHS.
14THE CID CAMPEADOR: CONTENTS.
39III.—THE HUSBAND OF AGLAES.
15PART I.
40IV.—THE THREE CASKETS.
16THE MOOR CALAYNOS.
41V.—THE THREE CAKES.
17THE ESCAPE OF GAYFEROS.
42VI.—THE HERMIT.: THE EXPLANATION.
18MELISENDRA.
43VII.—THE LOST FOOT.
19THE MARCH OF BERNARDO DEL CARPIO.
44VIII.—PLACIDUS.
20LADY ALDA'S DREAM.
45IX.—DEAD ALEXANDER.
21THE ADMIRAL GUARINOS.
46X.—THE TREE OF PALETINUS.
22THE COMPLAINT OF THE COUNT OF SALDENHA.
47XI.—HUNGRY FLIES.
23THE FUNERAL OF THE COUNT OF SALDENHA.
48XII.—THE HUMBLING OF JOVINIAN.
24BERNARDO AND ALPHONSO.
49XIII.—THE TWO PHYSICIANS.
25PART II.
50XIV.—THE FALCON.: APPLICATION.
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