| Author |
Ariosto, Lodovico, 1474-1533 |
| Translator |
Reynard, Francisque, 1835- |
| Title |
Roland Furieux, tome 2 : Traduction nouvelle par Francisque Reynard
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| Original Publication |
Paris: Lemerre, 1880.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_furioso
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.)
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| Summary |
"Roland Furieux, tome 2: Traduction nouvelle par Francisque Reynard" by Ariosto is a narrative poem likely written during the late 16th century. This epic work is a continuation of the chivalric adventures of its heroic characters, most notably focusing on Astolphe, a duke from England, and the fearsome Rodomont, amidst the backdrop of warfare and magical elements. The book delves into themes of valor, the nature of heroism, and the tumultuous conflict between Christians and Saracens. The opening of this installment presents a vivid tapestry of action and intrigue. It begins with the tumultuous siege of Paris, where Astolphe, equipped with magical gifts from the fairy Logistilla, sets sail for distant lands filled with challenges. Meanwhile, Rodomont wreaks havoc within the beleaguered city, displaying brutal ferocity against its defenders. As Astolphe embarks on his journey, he encounters both fantastical creatures and formidable foes, ultimately seeking to prove his valor and contribute to the ongoing struggle against the Saracens. The narrative sets the stage for not just individual feats of courage but also the larger conflicts defining the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Roland (Legendary character) -- Romances
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72055 |
| Release Date |
Nov 6, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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