Beschreibung:
Examines the historical realities and impact of the Arthurian legends on history and the arts. This book traces the development of Arthurian literature in medieval Europe, moving from Britain and France to Germany where writers like Wolfram von Eschenbach brought the stories of the Grail and Tristan into association with Arthur.
I. Introduction: Who Was Arthur? ¿ II. Background: Celts and Romans III: The Age of Arthur (AD400-600) ¿ IV: The Chronicles of the Britons V: The Legends of the Britons ¿ VI: Monarchy, Chivalry and the Return of Arthur ¿ VII: The Quest for Camelot ¿ VIII: Conclusion: An Age of Arthur