The King's Quair: A Poem - Paperback

by James The First King of Scots (Author)

The King's Quair is a poem written by James I, the King of Scots, during his imprisonment in England in the early 15th century. The poem tells the story of the king's dream, in which he falls in love with a beautiful woman who represents the divine wisdom of God. The king is then rescued from his captivity by the lady, and they journey together through a mystical landscape of allegorical figures and symbols. Along the way, the king learns important lessons about love, virtue, and the nature of true kingship. The King's Quair is a masterpiece of medieval Scottish literature, blending courtly romance with theological reflection and political commentary. It is a testament to James I's literary talent and his enduring legacy as a poet and monarch.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.