Parzival: A Knightly Epic (vol. 1 of 2) by von Eschenbach Wolfram
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| Author | Wolfram, von Eschenbach, 1180?-1220? |
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| Translator | Weston, Jessie L. (Jessie Laidlay), 1850-1928 |
| Title | Parzival: A Knightly Epic (vol. 1 of 2) |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parzival |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Parzival: A Knightly Epic (vol. 1 of 2)" by Wolfram von Eschenbach is a medieval epic poem written in the early 13th century. The narrative revolves around the themes of chivalry, love, and the quest for the Holy Grail, chronicling the journey of the titular hero, Parzival, and other knights exploring their destinies. Central to the story is Gamuret, Parzival's father, who embarks on various quests that set the stage for the adventures and challenges Parzival himself will face. At the start of the epic, the poet introduces Gamuret, who, upon his father's death, refuses to serve his brother and instead seeks his fortune and fame through knightly deeds. The opening portion details his exploits as he battles to protect Queen Belakané from her enemies, eventually marrying her and becoming a king. However, despite his newfound power, Gamuret yearns for further adventures, indicating a longing that foreshadows the struggles that will come. The scene is set with intricate descriptions of noble acts, honor, and the emotional weights of love and duty, establishing the epic’s rich, chivalric tapestry. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Perceval (Legendary character) -- Romances |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47297 |
| Release Date | Nov 6, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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