Erec Et Enide Arthurian Classics

Erec et Enide (or Erec and Enide) is the first of a series of epic poems written by Chrétien de Troyes in the 12th century. It is one of the earliest Arthurian romances known to modern scholars, apart from the Welsh Culhwch and Olwen. The poem contains 7000 lines about a knight who loves his lady so much that he neglects his knightly duties in favor of spending time with her. When this leads to shame on his house, his wife Enide must take matters into her own hands... These texts are taken from public domain sources. A free copy of the ebook is available online. About the Arthurian Classics These are public domain works presented as a cohesive and branded line of literature, brought to you by MythBank.com. Visit the site to learn more.