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The Round Table - Arthur in Wace and Layamon

Discover the contributions of the Anglo-Norman scribe Wace, who translated Geoffrey of Monmouth's text into Old Northern French, and the English cleric Layamon, who created the first comprehensive account of Arthur in English. Compare how Wace advances the notion of courtly chivalry in the saga with Layamon's more brutal portrayal of Arthur's community.

English
  • Originally Aired March 5, 2015
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Created December 29, 2021 by
    newdeepdan
  • Modified November 29, 2024 by
    HadesMeat