The Monks and the Giants

The Monks and the Giants

John Hookham Frere

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
ISBN:
9781141547685
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'The Monks and the Giants' is a humorous and imaginative work by John Hookham Frere, presented as a prospectus for a larger, never-completed epic about King Arthur and his Round Table. Written in mock-heroic style, it satirizes contemporary literary trends and societal norms through the lens of Arthurian legend. Frere’s clever use of language and playful tone make this fragment a delightful and insightful commentary on the romanticized view of the past. This edition offers readers a glimpse into Frere’s creative genius and provides historical context for understanding the literary landscape of the early 19th century. It remains a fascinating example of satire and a testament to the enduring appeal of Arthurian mythology.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 will 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.

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