About “The song of Roland”
The Song of Roland, as presented in Dorothy L. Sayers' translation, recounts the 778 battle between the Franks and the Moors, focusing on the betrayal and slaughter of the rearguard of Charlemagne's army under Roland at Roncevaux. The anonymous poet, writing around the end of the eleventh century, describes the events of the actual disaster in 778 and Charlemagne's bitter revenge, embodying the medieval code of chivalry in a masterly and exciting poem.
Book details
- Latest edition
- 1967 · ISBN 9798688510188
- ISBN
- 9798688510188
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is The song of Roland?
The song of Roland by Dorothy L. Sayers has 206 pages.
