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La Chanson de Roland ou de Roncevaux du XIIe Siècle... is a pivotal work of French literature, a cornerstone of the chanson de geste tradition. This epic poem, attributed to the 12th century, recounts the legendary Battle of Roncevaux Pass in 778, during the reign of Charlemagne. The poem centers on the heroic figure of Roland, a Frankish military leader, and his valiant stand against the opposing forces. The themes of honor, loyalty, and Christian faith resonate throughout the narrative, making it a powerful representation of medieval values and societal ideals. Francisque Michel's edition offers readers a chance to engage with this foundational text, preserving its historical and literary significance for contemporary audiences. ""La Chanson de Roland"" remains a vital piece for understanding medieval history, literature, and the development of the French language. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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