“Whoever believes in a man is very foolish.”
Quote by Marie de France
Work
The lais of Marie de France
This book contains a selection of lais, a form of medieval French narrative poetry, attributed to Marie de France. The lais are known for their narrative style and the exploration of themes such as love, courtly behavior, and moral lessons. more
Author
Marie de France
Marie de France was a French medieval poet active in the 12th century. Her works primarily consist of narrative and lyrical poems, with her most famous works being 'The Song of Roland' and 'Tristan and Isolde'. Her contributions to literature are significant, and she is considered one of the representative figures of French medieval literature. more
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