Specimens of Early English Metrical Romances

Specimens of Early English Metrical Romances, compiled by George Ellis, presents a fascinating collection of medieval tales in verse. This anthology includes selections from "The Seven Wise Masters," exemplifying romances of oriental origin, alongside miscellaneous romances such as "Florice and Blauncheflour," "Robert of Cysille," "Sir Isumbras," "Sir Triamour," "Lyfe of Ipomydon," "Sir Eglamour of Artois," and "Lay Le Fr." Ellis's work provides invaluable insight into the literary tastes and cultural values of medieval England. Readers interested in the roots of English literature will find this compilation a rich source of historical and literary significance. This collection offers a glimpse into a world of knights, magic, and courtly love, preserving these early narratives for modern audiences.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 436, Hardcover, Hutson Street Press