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Guillaume De Machaut: La Prise D'Alixandre (The Taking of Alexandria) (Garland Library of Medieval Literature)
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Product Description
This is the first edition in more than a century and the first modern English translation of the crowning masterwork of Machaut's literary career. Based on his extensive discussion with returning crusaders, the poet recounts King Peter I of Cyprus's successful attack and capture of the Egyptian city of Alexandria in 1365. This volume features a full discussion of Machaut's life and career, historical commentary, extensive annotation and a select bibliography.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #2097029 in Books
- Published on: 2001-12-14
- Original language: French
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Hardcover
- 700 pages
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From the Back Cover
This is the first edition in more than a century and the first modern English translation of the crowning masterwork of Machaut's literary career. Based on his extensive discussion with returning crusaders, the poet recounts King Peter I of Cyprus's successful attack and capture of the Egyptian city of Alexandria in 1365. This volume features a full discussion of Machaut's life and career, historical commentary, extensive annotation and a select bibliography.
About the Author
R. Barton Palmer is the Calhoun Lemon Professor of Literature amd Director of the South Carolina Film Institute.
