Les Cent Nouvelles Nouvelles, tome I

In this richly annotated edition, listeners are invited into a medieval treasure chest of one hundred short tales that once entertained the court of Louis XI when he was still Duke of Burgundy. The stories survive in a rare 15th‑century manuscript, recently identified among the collections of the Huntérian Museum, and the introduction explains how scholars traced its lineage through centuries‑old catalogues. As the narrator guides you through the discovery, you’ll sense the excitement of holding a piece of literary history that was thought lost.

The tales themselves range from witty courtly anecdotes to eerie folk legends, each narrated with a rhythm that brings the medieval voice to life. Listeners will encounter clever twists, moral riddles, and vivid characters whose fortunes rise and fall within a few breath‑short paragraphs. This collection offers a glimpse into the storytelling art that shaped early French prose, making it a captivating listen for anyone curious about the roots of narrative fiction.