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First English translation of the chivalric biography of the foremost knight of the late Middle Ages.
Jacques de Lalaing (c.1421-53) was undoubtedly the most famous knight at the court of the Burgundian duke, Philip the Good, one who was celebrated in his own lifetime for the dazzling feats of arms that he performed in jousts across Europe during the 1440s. Serving the duke first as a councillor and ambassador to launch a new crusade and then as a fearless military leader on a campaign to put down a revolt by the town of Ghent, Lalaing tragically met his death at the siege of Poeke at a relatively young age.
The chivalric biography of Lalaing, written in the early 1470s, offers an entertaining and informative account of the life of a late medieval knight. Drawing on a variety of sources, it was designed not only to commemorate Jacques's deeds for posterity but also to encourage other young noblemen to imitate his shining example, with lavishly illuminated copies being made for members of his own family and other noble readers.
This first English translation of the text, accompanied by an introduction and extensive notes based on new research into both archival and literary sources, aims to offer the reader an in-depth portrayal of Lalaing in the context of the chivalric, dynastic and political culture of his day.
Jacques de Lalaing (c.1421-53) was undoubtedly the most famous knight at the court of the Burgundian duke, Philip the Good, one who was celebrated in his own lifetime for the dazzling feats of arms that he performed in jousts across Europe during the 1440s. Serving the duke first as a councillor and ambassador to launch a new crusade and then as a fearless military leader on a campaign to put down a revolt by the town of Ghent, Lalaing tragically met his death at the siege of Poeke at a relatively young age.
The chivalric biography of Lalaing, written in the early 1470s, offers an entertaining and informative account of the life of a late medieval knight. Drawing on a variety of sources, it was designed not only to commemorate Jacques's deeds for posterity but also to encourage other young noblemen to imitate his shining example, with lavishly illuminated copies being made for members of his own family and other noble readers.
This first English translation of the text, accompanied by an introduction and extensive notes based on new research into both archival and literary sources, aims to offer the reader an in-depth portrayal of Lalaing in the context of the chivalric, dynastic and political culture of his day.
Price: $170.00
Pages: 390
Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Inc.
Imprint: Boydell Press
Publication Date:
16 August 2022
Trim Size: 9.21 X 6.14 in
ISBN: 9781783277216
Format: Hardcover
BISACs:
HISTORY / Europe / Medieval, European history: medieval period, middle ages, HISTORY / Military / General, Military history
Translated into English for the first time, A Chivalric Life offers new readers the opportunity to engage with this fine example of a knight's biography . . . Rosalind Brown-Grant and Mario Damen's translation is accessible and engaging.
— Sebastian Dows-Miller
La traduction est précédée d'une introduction très complète, qui synthétise les connaissances scientifiques sur le Livre en tenant compte de l'actualité de la recherche. Il est indéniable que cet ouvrage contribue grandement à mieux faire connaître l'histoire de la vie du célèbre chevalier Jacques de Lalaing et qu'il s'impose comme un formidable outil de travail, y compris pour les étudiants et les chercheurs francophones.
The translation is preceded by a very comprehensive introduction, which synthesizes scholarly knowledge about the Book while taking into account the current state of research. It is undeniable that this work greatly contributes to enhancing knowledge of the life of the famous knight Jacques de Lalaing and that it establishes itself as a formidable research tool, including for francophone students and scholars.
— LE MOYEN ÂGE
This edition will appeal not only to those who enjoy accounts of violent jousts and grand celebrations, but to those interested in the history of the Burgundian territories, the ideals and practices of late-medieval chivalry and knighthood, and the evolution of literary genre in this period. The supporting apparatus will make this a valuable resource for newcomers as well as scholars in a range of disciplines.
— SPECULUM
The scholarship on display in the apparatus accompanying the text is formidable. A Chivalric Life is a highly-accomplished edition of an important fifteenth-century text, with particular relevance for those interested in the history of the later medieval aristocracy, tournaments and warfare.
— DE RE MILITARI
This work undeniably makes a significant contribution to a better understanding of the life of the famous knight Jacques de Lalaing and stands out as a formidable research tool, including for French-speaking students and researchers.
Il est indéniable que cet ouvrage contribue grandement à mieux faire connaître l'histoire de la vie du célèbre chevalier Jacques de Lalaing et qu'il s'impose comme un formidable outil de travail, y compris pour les étudiants et les chercheurs francophones.
— LE MOYEN ÂGE
In contrast to previous editions and translations of the text, almost all of the countless names from the Burgundian nobility are identified here and consistently documented from the literature and common detection instruments. The included maps help you understand the text and the historical-geographical situation of Lalaing's life.
Im Unterschied zu den bisherigen Ausgaben und Übersetzungen des Textes werden hier so gut wie alle der zahllosen Namen aus dem burgundischen Adel identifiziert und konsequent aus der Literatur und gängigen Nachweisinstrumenten belegt. Dem Verständnis des Textes und der historisch-geografischen Situierung von Lalaings Lebensweg dienen die beigegebenen Karten.
— H-Soz-Kult
Without a doubt this publication will delight those who are attracted by the chivalric culture of the late Middle Ages or who study it.
Sans aucun doute cette publication fera le bonheur de ceux et celles qui sont attirés par la culture chevaleresque de ce Moyen Âge finissant ou qui l'étudient.
— FRANCIA RECENSIO
— Sebastian Dows-Miller
La traduction est précédée d'une introduction très complète, qui synthétise les connaissances scientifiques sur le Livre en tenant compte de l'actualité de la recherche. Il est indéniable que cet ouvrage contribue grandement à mieux faire connaître l'histoire de la vie du célèbre chevalier Jacques de Lalaing et qu'il s'impose comme un formidable outil de travail, y compris pour les étudiants et les chercheurs francophones.
The translation is preceded by a very comprehensive introduction, which synthesizes scholarly knowledge about the Book while taking into account the current state of research. It is undeniable that this work greatly contributes to enhancing knowledge of the life of the famous knight Jacques de Lalaing and that it establishes itself as a formidable research tool, including for francophone students and scholars.
— LE MOYEN ÂGE
This edition will appeal not only to those who enjoy accounts of violent jousts and grand celebrations, but to those interested in the history of the Burgundian territories, the ideals and practices of late-medieval chivalry and knighthood, and the evolution of literary genre in this period. The supporting apparatus will make this a valuable resource for newcomers as well as scholars in a range of disciplines.
— SPECULUM
The scholarship on display in the apparatus accompanying the text is formidable. A Chivalric Life is a highly-accomplished edition of an important fifteenth-century text, with particular relevance for those interested in the history of the later medieval aristocracy, tournaments and warfare.
— DE RE MILITARI
This work undeniably makes a significant contribution to a better understanding of the life of the famous knight Jacques de Lalaing and stands out as a formidable research tool, including for French-speaking students and researchers.
Il est indéniable que cet ouvrage contribue grandement à mieux faire connaître l'histoire de la vie du célèbre chevalier Jacques de Lalaing et qu'il s'impose comme un formidable outil de travail, y compris pour les étudiants et les chercheurs francophones.
— LE MOYEN ÂGE
In contrast to previous editions and translations of the text, almost all of the countless names from the Burgundian nobility are identified here and consistently documented from the literature and common detection instruments. The included maps help you understand the text and the historical-geographical situation of Lalaing's life.
Im Unterschied zu den bisherigen Ausgaben und Übersetzungen des Textes werden hier so gut wie alle der zahllosen Namen aus dem burgundischen Adel identifiziert und konsequent aus der Literatur und gängigen Nachweisinstrumenten belegt. Dem Verständnis des Textes und der historisch-geografischen Situierung von Lalaings Lebensweg dienen die beigegebenen Karten.
— H-Soz-Kult
Without a doubt this publication will delight those who are attracted by the chivalric culture of the late Middle Ages or who study it.
Sans aucun doute cette publication fera le bonheur de ceux et celles qui sont attirés par la culture chevaleresque de ce Moyen Âge finissant ou qui l'étudient.
— FRANCIA RECENSIO
Introduction
Note to the Translation
The Book of the Deeds of Messire Jacques de Lalaing
Bibliography
Index
Note to the Translation
The Book of the Deeds of Messire Jacques de Lalaing
Bibliography
Index