Godfrey Of Bulloigne

Godfrey of Bulloigne: Or The Recovery of Jerusalem is a historical epic poem written by Italian poet Torquato Tasso in the late 16th century. The poem tells the story of the First Crusade, specifically the siege and capture of Jerusalem by the Christian armies led by Godfrey of Bouillon. The book, first published in 1845, is a translation of the original Italian poem into English by Edward Fairfax. The poem is divided into 20 cantos, each containing multiple stanzas of rhyming couplets. It is written in a highly stylized and formal language, with a focus on heroic deeds and chivalric ideals.The story follows the various knights and leaders of the Christian army as they make their way to the Holy Land, battling both external enemies such as the Saracens and internal conflicts between the various factions. Godfrey of Bouillon emerges as the central figure, leading the army to victory and ultimately becoming the first ruler of the Kingdom of Jerusalem.Throughout the poem, Tasso explores themes of honor, duty, faith, and love. The characters are often depicted as larger-than-life figures, with exaggerated virtues and flaws. The poem also includes elements of romance, as Godfrey and his companions encounter beautiful women and engage in courtly love.Overall, Godfrey of Bulloigne: Or The Recovery of Jerusalem is a classic work of epic poetry that offers a glimpse into the medieval world and the ideals of chivalry and honor that were highly valued at the time.Two Volumes In One. To Which Are Prefixed, An Introductory Essay, And The Lives Of Tasso And Fairfax, By Charles Knight.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.