Les Empereors de Rome
par calendre
Description
Les Empereors de Rome is a critical edition of a medieval poem that compiles the legends of the Roman emperors. Edited by Galia Millard, the book includes a preface that details the historical and literary context of Calendre's poetry, written between 1213 and 1220. Based on a manuscript held at the Bibliothèque Nationale de France, the work captures the essence of Roman historical figures while integrating stories of Christian saints and martyrs, reflecting the Middle Ages' fascination with these themes. The introduction offers an analysis of the manuscript, explores Calendre's literary sources, and examines the poem's style and language, highlighting its Champagne linguistic influences. The critique also underscores the correspondences between the texts of Alfred, Orosius, and Calendre, suggesting the latter may have been influenced by an Anglo-Saxon translation of Orosius's history. The edition features explanatory notes, a glossary, and a structured table of contents to aid in research and study, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of medieval French literature.