Jaufry the Knight and the Fair Brunissende: A Tale of the Times of King Arthur

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Jaufry the Knight and the Fair Brunissende: A Tale of the Times of King Arthur

by called Jean Bernard Lafon Mary-Lafon

EN·~2 hours·18 chapters

Chapters

18 total
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JAUFRY THE KNIGHT AND THE FAIR BRUNISSENDE - A TALE OF THE TIMES OF KING ARTHUR

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By Mary Lafon

1:26:15
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Illustrated With Twenty Engravings By GUSTAVE DORE

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Addey And Co. MDCCCLVI

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ILLUSTRATIONS.

2:01
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TRANSLATOR'S PREFACE.

1:16
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PREFACE TO THE FRENCH VERSION.

5:08
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AUTHOR'S PREFACE.

2:40
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CHAPTER I. THE ADVENTURE OF THE FOREST.

17:58
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CHAPTER II. ESTOUT DE VERFEIL.

2:21

Description

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.

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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.

About the author

called Jean Bernard Lafon Mary-Lafon

called Jean Bernard Lafon Mary-Lafon

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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