Yvain by Chrétien de Troyes
Le Chevalier au Lion
The narrative centers around a valiant knight of King Arthur's court, who, spurred by tales of a fellow knight's defeat, embarks on a quest to avenge his comrade and restore his honor. He successfully confronts the mystical knight who guards a magical spring, winning the heart of a noble lady in the process. However, his commitment to the chivalric code and his thirst for adventure lead him to neglect his new bride, prompting a journey of self-discovery and redemption. Through a series of fantastical encounters with giants, lions, and otherworldly beings, the knight learns the importance of balance between knightly duties and personal relationships, ultimately seeking to reconcile his marital vows with his identity as a warrior.
The 4793rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1177
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- Old french
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- Alternate Titles
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- The Knight with the Lion
- Yvain, the Knight of the Lion
- Yvain: The Knight of the Lion
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- 48th on Top 50 Masterpieces of Medieval Literature (Medievalists.net )
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- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)