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Summary: Before Romeo & Juliet there was... Tristan & Iseult!
Review: "The Romance of Tristan & Iseult" is the tale of one of the earliest pairs of star-crossed lovers in literature, heavily researched and drawing from many versions of the story. Having come across the tale in many forms, from the opera "Tristan und Isolde" to cameo appearances in "The Mists of Avalon," this telling is refreshing and spirited. The authenticity of language, as well as the narrator's own action and moral interpretations make one feel that they are sitting near a fire in the great hall listening to a seneschal tell the tale of doomed love.
"Tristan & Iseult" is fast-paced and beautiful. It is also an invaluable tale to read as an example of the archetypes and symbols of the tragic hero, imbedded Christ imagery, woman on a pedestal, etc.
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Summary: The Magic Of True Love
Review: "The Romance of Tristan & Iseult" is one of the foremost chivalric myths of all time. A rich mosaic of the human experience, embroidered with colorful gothic elements like spell-weaving dwarves, love potions, magical bells and even a particularly monstrous dragon, "Tristan & Iseult" is the tale of a heroic knight from fabled Lyonesse who falls madly in love with his King's betrothed through sorcery. Neither Tristan nor his Queen-to-be can resist the magic that possesses them both, and they cannot help but fling themselves headlong into an affair that shakes the very foundations of the Arthurian world.More than a mere "love story," this is a philosophical exploration of the human soul. Are Tristan and Iseult really guilty of adultery? Do they have a free will? Do they truly love each other, or is their affair nothing but a sorcerous delusion? Is King Mark the villain of the story, or is this a tale beyond conventional heroism or villainy? Readers familiar with the Arthurian legend will quickly draw parallels between Tristan and Iseult and Lancelot and Guinevere, whose tragic love brought Camelot to its knees. Indeed, Malory cites Tristan (whom he refers to as "Tristram") as a knight of such prowess and nobility that he is second only to Lancelot himself--and a close second at that. If you are a dreamer, a hopeless romantic, this is the book you've been looking for.
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Summary: The Magic Of True Love
Review: "The Romance of Tristan & Iseult" is one of the foremost chivalric myths of all time. A rich mosaic of the human experience, embroidered with colorful gothic elements like spell-weaving dwarves, love potions, magical bells and even a particularly monstrous dragon, "Tristan & Iseult" is the tale of a heroic knight from fabled Lyonesse who falls madly in love with his King's betrothed through sorcery. Neither Tristan nor his Queen-to-be can resist the magic that possesses them both, and they cannot help but fling themselves headlong into an affair that shakes the very foundations of the Arthurian world. More than a mere "love story," this is a philosophical exploration of the human soul. Are Tristan and Iseult really guilty of adultery? Do they have a free will? Do they truly love each other, or is their affair nothing but a sorcerous delusion? Is King Mark the villain of the story, or is this a tale beyond conventional heroism or villainy? Readers familiar with the Arthurian legend will quickly draw parallels between Tristan and Iseult and Lancelot and Guinevere, whose tragic love brought Camelot to its knees. Indeed, Malory cites Tristan (whom he refers to as "Tristram") as a knight of such prowess and nobility that he is second only to Lancelot himself--and a close second at that. If you are a dreamer, a hopeless romantic, this is the book you've been looking for.
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Summary: Before Romeo & Juliet there was... Tristan & Iseult!
Review: "The Romance of Tristan & Iseult" is the tale of one of the earliest pairs of star-crossed lovers in literature, heavily researched and drawing from many versions of the story. Having come across the tale in many forms, from the opera "Tristan und Isolde" to cameo appearances in "The Mists of Avalon," this telling is refreshing and spirited. The authenticity of language, as well as the narrator's own action and moral interpretations make one feel that they are sitting near a fire in the great hall listening to a seneschal tell the tale of doomed love.
"Tristan & Iseult" is fast-paced and beautiful. It is also an invaluable tale to read as an example of the archetypes and symbols of the tragic hero, imbedded Christ imagery, woman on a pedestal, etc.
Rating:
Summary: Before Romeo & Juliet there was... Tristan & Iseult!
Review: "The Romance of Tristan & Iseult" is the tale of one of the earliest pairs of star-crossed lovers in literature, heavily researched and drawing from many versions of the story. Having come across the tale in many forms, from the opera "Tristan und Isolde" to cameo appearances in "The Mists of Avalon," this telling is refreshing and spirited. The authenticity of language, as well as the narrator's own action and moral interpretations make one feel that they are sitting near a fire in the great hall listening to a seneschal tell the tale of doomed love.
"Tristan & Iseult" is fast-paced and beautiful. It is also an invaluable tale to read as an example of the archetypes and symbols of the tragic hero, imbedded Christ imagery, woman on a pedestal, etc.
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Summary: Excellent romance novel of medieval France
Review: Although this novel is light in nature for the most part, there are times when the forever human struggle of Love will move the reader deeper and deeper into the story. The reader should find themselves rooting for the doomed loves, Tristan and Isluet, throughout the adventure. At times there are tremoundous action scenes, with a well written interactions between the two lovers at the heart of the story. If you love someone deeply, you should enjoy this boook.
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Summary: Aaww
Review: Although this story line has been used endlessly in many classic romance stories, it was a very good read. So romantic. To see two people who have not even had the slight interest in each other suddenly fall in love by mistake.
The things they do for each other...just to see each other...just to be in each other's arms again is incredible. And all the suffering they've encountered through this romance is sometimes unbearable to even read.
I loved the parts when they were together. They had a strong romance that could not have been destroyed and it is an awesome read. Though, the end is...quite disappointing.
Please read it. You will enjoy it as much as I have.
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Summary: The best book I've ever been obliged to read !
Review: As a high school student I had to read this book. Looking at it and seeing the theme, I initially snickered ... until I started reading page one. The story just blew me away. The reader will really start feeling for these lovers, and enjoy the love and drama that unfold. I look forward to reading it again.
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Summary: The best book I've ever been obliged to read !
Review: As a high school student I had to read this book. Looking at it and seeing the theme, I initially snickered ... until I started reading page one. The story just blew me away. The reader will really start feeling for these lovers, and enjoy the love and drama that unfold. I look forward to reading it again.
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Summary: C'est un bon livre de poche
Review: C'est bien comme livre mais je cherche plutot de l'information sur Joseph Bedier!!!
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