Prince Arthur, An Allegorical Romance V1-2

""Prince Arthur, An Allegorical Romance V1-2: The Story From Spenser"" is a two-volume book published in 1779. It is a retelling of the story of Prince Arthur, originally written by the famous English poet Edmund Spenser. The book is an allegorical romance, meaning that it uses symbolic characters and events to convey a deeper meaning or moral message.The story follows Prince Arthur, a heroic figure who represents the virtues of chivalry and honor. He is tasked with defeating the evil sorcerer, King Ollyphant, and his army of monsters. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters who represent different virtues and vices, such as the beautiful and virtuous Belphoebe and the treacherous and deceitful Duessa.The book is written in a poetic style that reflects the language and style of Spenser's original work. It is also heavily influenced by the romantic literature of the time, with a focus on themes of love, honor, and heroism.Overall, ""Prince Arthur, An Allegorical Romance V1-2: The Story From Spenser"" is a classic work of English literature that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of allegory and romance. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of English literature or the development of romantic literature in particular.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.