
audiobook
A sweeping medieval chronicle opens with the early kings of France, from the humble Clovis who first embraced Christianity to the mighty Charlemagne, whose reign expands the realm and gathers holy relics. The narrative weaves together royal intrigue, battles against pagan forces, and the miraculous moments that shape a fledgling nation’s identity. It offers a vivid portrait of courtly life, pious devotion, and the ambitions that drive a kingdom toward empire.
The story then turns to a dramatic encounter on the frontier of Charlemagne’s lands, where the valiant knight Olivier faces the fearsome giant Fierabras. Their clash is charged with both martial skill and supernatural elements—enchanted swords, prophetic visions, and prayers that sway the tide of combat. As the two forces collide, the tale explores themes of honor, faith, and the cost of heroism, setting the stage for a legendary struggle that will echo through the annals of French lore.
Language
fr
Duration
~7 hours (422K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Carlo Traverso, Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr)
Release date
2013-11-27
Rights
Public domain in the USA.