The Lay Of Marie

The Lay of Marie by Matilda Betham-Edwards is a narrative poem that tells the story of Marie de France, a medieval poet who lived in the 12th century. The poem is divided into twelve cantos, each of which tells a different aspect of Marie's life and work. Through the poem, the reader learns about Marie's childhood, her love for writing and storytelling, and her travels to England where she became a poet in the court of King Henry II. The poem also explores Marie's relationships with other poets and writers of her time, including Chr�����tien de Troyes and Thomas Malory. The Lay of Marie is written in a lyrical style and incorporates elements of medieval romance and chivalry. The poem is a tribute to Marie de France and her contributions to the literary world, as well as a celebration of the power of storytelling and the importance of preserving cultural heritage. Overall, The Lay of Marie is a beautifully crafted work of poetry that offers insight into the life and work of one of the most important medieval poets. It is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval literature, poetry, and storytelling.The Norman Chief, whose sudden blow Had laid fair England's banner low; Spite of resistance firm and bold Secur'd the latest, surest hold Its sceptre touch'd across the main, Important, difficult to gain, Easy against her to retain.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.