The Spirit Of Romance

The Spirit of Romance is a literary work written by Ezra Pound in 1910. In this book, Pound attempts to define the charm and essence of pre-Renaissance literature of Latin Europe. He explores the origins of romance literature and its development throughout history. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of romance literature. Pound examines the characteristics of medieval romance, the role of chivalry and courtly love in literature, and the influence of troubadours and minstrels. He also delves into the themes of adventure, heroism, and love that are common in romance literature. The Spirit of Romance is a fascinating exploration of the origins and development of a literary genre that has captivated readers for centuries. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of literature and the evolution of literary genres.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.