Laoithe Cumainn - Softcover

Laoithe Cumainn

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Laoithe Cumainn' is an influential anthology of Irish courtly love poetry, meticulously compiled and edited by the renowned scholar Tomas O Rathile. This collection showcases the genre of 'dánta grádha', a sophisticated tradition of amorous verse that flourished in Ireland between the thirteenth and seventeenth centuries. Inspired by the continental ideals of chivalry and courtly romance, these poems offer a captivating glimpse into the cultural and emotional landscape of late medieval and early modern Gaelic society.The work features a diverse array of poets, from aristocratic amateurs to professional bards, all expressing the nuances of romantic devotion, heartbreak, and the stylized conventions of love. O Rathile's curation highlights the technical mastery and lyrical beauty inherent in the Irish language, preserving a vital segment of Ireland's literary heritage. As a cornerstone of Celtic literary studies, 'Laoithe Cumainn' remains an indispensable resource for understanding the evolution of Irish poetry and the historical exchange of literary ideas across Europe. Readers will find in these verses a profound exploration of human sentiment, articulated through a distinctively Irish lens of wit, elegance, and traditional meter.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Artikel-Nr. 9781025354521

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