| Editor |
Jonckbloet, W. J. A. (Willem Jozef Andries), 1817-1885 |
| Title |
Vanden Vos Reinaerde: Uitgegeven en Toegelicht
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Vanden Vos Reinaerde: Uitgegeven en Toegelicht" by W. J. A. Jonckbloet is a scholarly critical edition of a medieval poem written in the late 19th century. This work involves a detailed examination of the historical and literary significance of the "Reinaert" stories, focusing on their origins, variations, and the poem’s impact on Dutch literature. The text is presented in its original old spelling, inviting readers to engage deeply with its linguistic and cultural context. The opening of this edition introduces its scholarly aim and context, highlighting the growing interest in the "Reinaert" narrative, which is considered a hallmark of Middle Dutch poetry. Jonckbloet discusses the various interpretations and inconsistencies surrounding the dating and authorship of the work, referencing notable scholars and their findings. He emphasizes the need for a critical approach to properly address these historical questions, indicating that understanding the text's authentic form is vital for appreciating its place in literary history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Dutch |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Reynard the Fox (Legendary character) -- Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
34261 |
| Release Date |
Nov 9, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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