Routledge The Revival: Partonope of Blois Middle English (1912)

Explore a rare piece of literary history with The Revival: The Middle English Versions of Partonope of Blois (1912). Published as part of the Routledge Revivals series, this volume provides access to a significant fragment of Middle English literature that is otherwise difficult to study. The text includes the shorter English version, which survives as a 308-line fragment in a manuscript at Vale Royal. This specific edition is reprinted from the Roxburghe Club edition edited by R.C.N. (R.C. Nichols) in 1873. Because the original manuscript has proven difficult for researchers to view, this reprint serves as a vital resource for scholars and lovers of medieval poetry. The narrative follows Partinope's arrival in an enchanted city and his meeting with Melior, continuing through to the morning of the third day of the tournament. This edition preserves the historical context of a manuscript believed to have been written around 1450, making it a valuable addition to any collection of classic literature or historical poetry.