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  • Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut

    by Wace ...
    According to Wikipedia: "Wace (c. 1115 – c. 1183) was an Anglo-Norman poet, who was born in Jersey and brought up in mainland Normandy (he tells us in the Roman de Rou that he was taken as a child to Caen), ending his career as Canon of Bayeux. His extant works include: Roman de Brut - a verse history of Britain and Roman de Rou - a verse history of the Dukes of Normandy. Other works, also in ... Read more

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  • Roman de Brut

    by Wace ...
    Translated by Glyn S. Burgess ...
    Series series Oxford World's Classics
    'Whoever wishes to hear about, and to know about, kings and heirs, about who first ruled England and which kings it had, Master Wace, who is telling the truth about this, has translated this.' Wace's Roman de Brut (1155) can be seen as the gateway to the history of the Britons for both French and English speakers of the time, and thus to Arthurian history, as the first complete Old French ... Read more

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  • Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut

    by Wace ...
    Wace is not to be regarded as one of the great contributors to our knowledge of Arthurian legend, but without a familiarity with his work, later French romance can scarcely be appreciated, so important is his place as a delicate transformer of the story, the harsher elements of which he veiled with the courtliness familiar to him, while he diffused throughout it the indefinable spirit of French ... Read more

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  • Master Wace, His Chronicle of the Norman Conquest From the Roman De Rou

    by Wace ...
    Master Wace's "His Chronicle of the Norman Conquest From the Roman De Rou" is a significant historical narrative that chronicles the events surrounding the Norman Conquest of England. Written in the 12th century, this work is notable for its blend of history and poetry, providing a vivid account of the conquest led by William the Conqueror. Wace's use of the Anglo-Norman dialect makes the text an ... Read more

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  • Master Wace, His Chronicle of the Norman Conquest From the Roman De Rou

    A Poetic Chronicle of Conquest and Intrigue in Medieval England

    by Wace ...
    Translated by Edgar Taylor ...
    In "Master Wace, His Chronicle of the Norman Conquest From the Roman De Rou," the author presents a compelling narrative that chronicles the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, blending history with rich, poetic storytelling. Written in the 12th century, this work is notable for its vibrant descriptive language and meticulous attention to detail, capturing the political and cultural upheavals of ... Read more

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  • Arthurian Legends: 14 Timeless Romance Books

    Lancelot of the Laik, Cliges, Mordred and Hildebrand, The Three Days' Tournament, etc.

    by Mary Esther Miller MacGregor, Beatrice E. Clay, Howard Pyle, Thomas Sir Malory, Charles Morris, Wace, De Troyes active 12th century Chrétien, Wilfred Campbell, Jessie L. Weston, Charles Henry Hanson ...
    Arthurian Legends: 14 Timeless Romance Books is a masterfully curated anthology that showcases the rich tapestry of Arthurian mythos through a diverse range of literary styles and narratives. The collection brings together prose, poetry, and retellings that capture the essence of chivalric romances, courtly love, and noble quests. Each piece weaves a unique narrative thread connecting the reader ... Read more

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  • Roman de Brut

    Arthurian Chronicles

    by Wace ...
    Translated by Eugene Mason ...
    The poet Wace produced a remarkable epic poem known as "Roman de Brut" in the 1100s. The poem combined a sweeping history of Britain, along with elements of Arthurian legend and folktales. This twentieth-century translation of Wace's poem provides historical context for the work, as well as a prose rendering that is accessible to modern-day readers. ... Read more

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  • Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut

    by Wace ...
    Translated by Eugene Mason ...
    According to Wikipedia: "Wace (c. 1115 c. 1183) was an Anglo-Norman poet, who was born in Jersey and brought up in mainland Normandy (he tells us in the Roman de Rou that he was taken as a child to Caen), ending his career as Canon of Bayeux. His extant works include: Roman de Brut - a verse history of Britain and Roman de Rou - a verse history of the Dukes of Normandy. Other works, also in verse, ... Read more

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  • Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut

    Enriched edition. Exploring the Legendary Realm of King Arthur and his Noble Knights in Medieval French Literature

    by Wace, Morgan Gill ...
    Translated by Eugene Mason ...
    In "Arthurian Chronicles: Roman de Brut," Wace weaves a fascinating tapestry of Arthurian legend, blending history and mythology through an innovative narrative style that intricately incorporates verse and prose. Written in the 12th century, this seminal work stands as a pivotal contribution to the literary context of medieval romance and lays the groundwork for subsequent retellings of the ... Read more

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  • Dictionary of Christian Biography and Literature- From the 1st to the End of the 16th Century AD

    by Wace, Henry ...
    This is a dictionary of Christian biography and literature from the first to the end of the sixth century A.D., It also contains an account of the principal sects and heresies. This extensive dictionary contains of over 900 early Christian figures. This volume is designed to render to a wider circle, alike of clergy and of the laity. It comprises many admirable articles on the great characters of ... Read more

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  • English Domestic Embroidery - Elizabeth to Anne

    by A. J. Wace ...
    “English Domestic Embroidery” is a detailed account of the history and development of embroidery in England from the sixteenth to the eighteenth century. This highly-readable account looks in detail at the emergence and subsequent popularity and influence of needlework in England, exploring notable figures, companies, trends, and developments. Profusely illustrated and full of fascinating ... Read more

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  • The War and the Gospel: Sermons and Addresses During the Present War

    by Henry Wace ...
    In "The War and the Gospel: Sermons and Addresses During the Present War," Henry Wace presents a profound exploration of spirituality amidst the tumult of conflict. Composed during World War I, this collection intertwines sermons and addresses that reflect on the moral and spiritual implications of war. Wace's eloquent and poignant prose deftly navigates themes of suffering, hope, and the role of ... Read more

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