The Story of Roland - Paperback

by James Baldwin (Author), Peter Hurd (Illustrator)

The Story of Roland by James Baldwin is a classic retelling of the epic poem ""The Song of Roland"" that recounts the heroic deeds of the French knight Roland and his companions in the court of Charlemagne. Set in the 8th century, the story follows Roland as he leads the rear guard of Charlemagne's army in a battle against the Muslim Saracens in Spain. Despite overwhelming odds, Roland and his men fight valiantly and ultimately sacrifice themselves for their king and country. The book is written in a simple yet engaging style that captures the spirit of the original poem, making it accessible to readers of all ages. Along with its vivid descriptions of medieval warfare and courtly life, The Story of Roland also explores themes of loyalty, honor, and sacrifice that continue to resonate with readers today. Overall, this book is a timeless tale of courage and heroism that will captivate readers of all ages.1883. In this story of Roland as the author proposes to tell it, he introduces you to some of the most pleasing of those tales of France. The poems and legends which embody them were written in various languages, and at widely different times; but in them two names, Charlemagne and Roland, are of very frequent occurrence. Roland, the nephew of the Charlemagne of romance, and his companion in all great enterprises, is unknown to history. Yet he is the typical knight, the greatest hero of the middle ages. His story is not a mere transcript of the old romances. Illustrated.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.