The Red Romance Book

The Red Romance Book

by Andrew Lang
The Red Romance Book

The Red Romance Book

by Andrew Lang

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Overview

The Red Romance Book submerges readers young and old in a series of short medieval tales of chivalry, knights, and popular protagonists such as Don Quixote, Guy of Warwick, and Charlemagne. Lively, whimsical prose brings new life to popular medieval poems and legends borrowed from history.

The Red Romance Book by Andrew and Leonora Lang presents 29 short works with authenticity respectful of the originals, yet which rejuvenates these ancient tales to revive public interest in the extraordinary characters they depict. Though originally written for children, The Red Romance Book is great for older audiences as well, and serves as a spectacular introduction to medieval literature.

This edition of The Red Romance Book by Andrew and Leonora Lang features professional design that makes this collection both modern and readable. With these accommodations, this edition of The Red Romance Book creates an accessible and pleasant reading experience for modern audiences while restoring the original imagination and mastery of Andrew and Leonora Lang’s work.

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Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781613109007
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
Publication date: 08/24/2002
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
File size: 395 KB

About the Author

Andrew Lang (1844-1912) was a Scottish editor, poet, author, literary critic, and historian. He is best known for his work regarding folklore, mythology, and religion, for which he had an extreme interest in. Lang was a skilled and respected historian, writing in great detail and exploring obscure topics. Lang often combined his studies of history and anthropology with literature, creating works rich with diverse culture. He married Leonora Blanche Alleyne in 1875. With her help, Lang published a prolific amount of work, including his popular series, Rainbow Fairy Books.

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