Le roman de la rose - Tome IV

Name: Le roman de la rose - Tome IV
Author: de Lorris Guillaume

By de Lorris Guillaume

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An extended allegorical dream-poem that begins with a courtly quest to win a symbolic rose and then expands into encyclopedic, satirical, and didactic digressions. The work juxtaposes lyrical scenes of desire and moral counsel with long debates on nature, generation, mortality, the limits of art, medicine, social customs, and the contradictions of love. It mixes narrative episodes and argumentative passages, alternating romantic imagery with philosophical reflection and ironic critique of practices, institutions, and human follies.

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de Lorris Guillaume

Guillaume de Lorris was a 13th-century French poet best known for his contribution to the allegorical poem "Le Roman de la Rose," which he began around 1230. This seminal work explores themes of love and courtly romance through a rich tapestry of allegory and symbolism. Although only the first part of the poem is attributed to him, it laid the groundwork for later expansions by Jean de Meun. De Lorris's writing is notable for its intricate style and profound insights into the nature of love, making it a significant piece in the medieval literary canon.