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The Literature of Chivalry - Coggle Diagram
The Literature of Chivalry
Love poems and songs
a knights duty to his lady became as important as the duty of his lord
medieval poems
troubadours
troubadours
these love songs created an artificial image of women
the most celebrated woman of age was Eleanor of Aquitane
Eleanor of Aquitaine
How do Medieval love songs compare to Modern ones?
they might sing about loves disapointments
other songs told about lovesick knights
Epic Poetry
Glorified knighthood, castle life, battles
Long poems about heroes
Takes true stories, adds drama
Main characters represent the ideal medieval person
Audience: Feudal lords and ladies
Ex: The Song of
Roland
How did 12th century literature support the Code of Chivalry?