French Mediaeval Romances From the Lays of Marie de France

Eugene Mason's translation of Marie de France Breton lais is a classic of medieval literature. This edition brings you all twelve of Marie's lais to the modern reader in English prose translation. Marie de France's stories are amongst the best examples of medieval literature, and are important source material for the Arthurian legends, and the medieval legends of Brittany and France. Here you will find brave nights, beautiful damsels and feats of chivalry. This edition is a must have for any student of medieval literature or anyone who loves tales of medieval adventure and legend.