Eugene Mason's 1911 translation of The Lais of Marie de France is thought to be superseded today by some scholars. It was, however, one of the first broad popular translations of one of the great works of Medieval literature, the "Lais" of the mysterious Marie de France, and two other Medieval French romances. Little is known today about Marie de France, save a contemporary mention of her as the author of the "Lais," which were originally long, lyrical poems often sung by the troubadours of the day -- traveling singers who played ancient instruments that have since been forgotten. Some refer to the Italian Renaissance, but have forgotten the earlier French flowering of poetry, music and culture, of which Marie was the "queen," although we know only her name and work today. Said to be most popular among women, Marie's "lais" have born fruit to this day, in the form of chivalric, romantic, and even supernatural tales: one of the "lais" is the story of a werewolf.

Beloved by the people who come to her to share the burdens of their souls, the magical Sunchild transforms their tears into shining jewels.

Favorite rhymes, ranging from Little Boy Blue and Little Bo-Peep to Rock-a-bye Baby and Wee Willie Winkie, are illustrated in colorful detail

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Contains twelve medieval tales of love and honor, valiant knights and proud ladies, and the nobility and chivalry for which this age is known

Presents new prose versions of six classic tales of love, jealousy, loyalty, and transformation by the twelfth-century French poet