Roland Furieux, tome 2 : Traduction nouvelle par Francisque Reynard

In the midst of a raging siege on Paris, a fierce battle erupts as Rodomont storms the city’s walls, while the charismatic Astolphe departs with a mysterious book and a magical horn. Their paths diverge: Astolphe sails toward the Persian Gulf, captures the brutal Caligorant in Egypt, and encounters the cunning thief‑magician Orrile amid a clash with Aquilant and Griffon in Damiette. Meanwhile, the siege’s carnage unfolds with heroic deeds and tragic losses, painting a vivid picture of medieval warfare and honor.

The story then follows the restless knights and kings who gather around the besieged capital—Charles, Salamon, Ogier the Dane, and a host of European warriors—each seeking glory and reputation. As the flames of battle rise, alliances shift and the fates of these larger‑than‑life figures hang in the balance, setting the stage for further adventures across distant lands.