Author:Beroul,Alan Fedrick
One of the earliest extant versions of the Tristan and Yseut story, Beroul's French manuscript of The Romance of Tristan dates back to the middle of the twelfth century. It recounts the legend of Tristan, nephew of King Mark of Cornwall, and the king's Irish wife Yseut, who fall passionately in love after mistakenly drinking a potion. Their illicit romance remains secret for many years, but the relentless suspicion of the king's barons and the fading effects of the magic draught eventually lead to tragedy for the lovers. While Beroul's work emphasizes the impulsive and often brutal behaviour of the characters, its sympathetic depiction of two people struggling against their destiny is one of the most powerful versions of this enduringly popular legend.
An achievement of unusual dimensions and power
—— ObserverI can't think of anything worth knowing about the Raj in India that Scott hasn't told me... His contribution to literature is permanent
—— New York TimesBeautifully constructed... An even richer tapestry of Indian and British character than its predecessor
—— Sunday TimesForster is remarkably honest, skilful and perceptive
—— ObserverMargaret Forster has a remarkable gift for taking huge social issues and welding them into minutely observed human dramas that are perfect portraits of the way we live now...The story grips and the heart bleeds for these good mothers who are, like all mothers, never good enough
—— Polly Toynbee , Sunday Express'McAdam's narrative weaves in virtuoso dialogue as well as genuine warmth-Exhilarating'
—— Observer'Impressive and ambitious'
—— Independent'A highly intelligent and moving book'
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