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JAUFRY THE KNIGHT AND THE FAIR BRUNISSENDE - A TALE OF THE TIMES OF KING ARTHUR
By Mary Lafon
Illustrated With Twenty Engravings By GUSTAVE DORE
Addey And Co. MDCCCLVI
ILLUSTRATIONS.
TRANSLATOR'S PREFACE.
PREFACE TO THE FRENCH VERSION.
AUTHOR'S PREFACE.
CHAPTER I. THE ADVENTURE OF THE FOREST.
CHAPTER II. ESTOUT DE VERFEIL.
In the mist‑shrouded age of King Arthur, Sir Jaufry rides into a haunting tableau: a lofty rock crowned by a fallen king, his lifeless form dangling from the horns of a monstrous beast. The sight sparks Jaufry’s fierce curiosity, compelling him to uncover the hidden cause of this tragedy, even as the surrounding landscape murmurs with ancient magic and danger. His oath to seek the truth sets the stage for a quest that blends chivalric duty with the intrigue of forgotten sorcery.
Joined by a lively retinue of knights, minstrels, and travelers from distant lands, Jaufra’s journey weaves through enchanted forests, crumbling castles, and secretive passages where the wind seems to erase the last traces of old spells. Along the way, he confronts riddles, battles strange foes, and discovers fleeting moments of camaraderie and courtly love. The tale’s vivid imagery and lyrical tone invite listeners to linger in a world where honor and mystery walk side by side, promising an adventure that feels both timeless and freshly imagined.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (156K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger
Release date
2013-12-14
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1812–1884
A busy 19th-century man of letters, he wrote history, drama, and fiction while helping bring Occitan language and literature to a wider public. His work moves between regional culture and the broader literary world of his time.
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