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La Chanson de Roland, presented here in the original Old French alongside a rhythmic and assonanced translation, is one of the oldest and most important works of French literature. This edition, with an introduction and notes by L. Petit de Julleville, offers a valuable resource for students and scholars alike. The poem recounts the heroic death of Roland at the Battle of Roncevaux Pass during the reign of Charlemagne. It explores themes of chivalry, loyalty, and the clash between Christianity and Islam. Its enduring popularity stems from its vivid depiction of medieval warfare and its powerful portrayal of heroism and sacrifice. This edition allows readers to appreciate both the beauty of the original Old French and the accessibility of a modern translation, making it an essential addition to any collection of medieval literature. 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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