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The Song Of Roland (Penguin Classics)
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On 15 August 778, Charlemagne?S Army Was Returning From A Successful Expedition Against Saracen Spain When Its Rearguard Was Ambushed In A Remote Pyrenean Pass. Out Of This Skirmish Arose A Stirring Tale Of War, Which Was Recorded In The Oldest Extant Epic Poem In French. The Song Of Roland, Written By An Unknown Poet, Tells Of Charlemagne?S Warrior Nephew, Lord Of The Breton Marches, Who Valiantly Leads His Men Into Battle Against The Saracens, But Dies In The Massacre, Defiant To The End. In Majestic Verses, The Battle Becomes A Symbolic Struggle Between Christianity And Paganism, While Roland?S Last Stand Is The Ultimate Expression Of Honour And Feudal Values Of Twelfthcentury France.For More Than Seventy Years, Penguin Has Been The Leading Publisher Of Classic Literature In The Englishspeaking World. With More Than 1,700 Titles, Penguin Classics Represents A Global Bookshelf Of The Best Works Throughout History And Across Genres And Disciplines. Readers Trust The Series To Provide Authoritative Texts Enhanced By Introductions And Notes By Distinguished Scholars And Contemporary Authors, As Well As Uptodate Translations By Awardwinning Translators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of The Song of Roland? A: The main theme of The Song of Roland is the struggle between Christianity and paganism, exemplified through the valor and honor of the knight Roland as he leads his men into battle.
- Q: Who is the author of The Song of Roland? A: The Song of Roland is attributed to an anonymous poet, reflecting the oral storytelling traditions of medieval France.
- Q: When was The Song of Roland published by Penguin Classics? A: The Song of Roland was published by Penguin Classics on June 5, 1990.
- Q: How many pages does The Song of Roland have? A: The Song of Roland has a total of 224 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of The Song of Roland have? A: This edition of The Song of Roland is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is The Song of Roland suitable for academic study? A: Yes, The Song of Roland is suitable for academic study as it includes authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes from distinguished scholars.
- Q: What makes Penguin Classics a trusted publisher? A: Penguin Classics is trusted for its authoritative texts, comprehensive introductions, and translations by award-winning translators, ensuring a high-quality reading experience.
- Q: What historical event does The Song of Roland depict? A: The Song of Roland depicts the ambush of Charlemagne's rearguard during the campaign against Saracen Spain on August 15, 778.
- Q: Is The Song of Roland a good introduction to epic poetry? A: Yes, The Song of Roland is an excellent introduction to epic poetry due to its historical significance and compelling narrative.
- Q: Where can I find more works similar to The Song of Roland? A: You can find more works similar to The Song of Roland in the Penguin Classics series, which includes a wide array of classic literature across genres.