Joseph Bedier
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"Tristan and Iseult" tells the tale of the young knight Tristan, nephew of King Mark of Cornwall, and his unexpected love affair with Princess Iseult. A drink from the love potion sets the tale into motion as their arduous journey becomes threatened by jealousy. Also at stake is the Kingdom of Cornwall, and Tristan must test himself to ensure the stability of the weakening court. This tale has been adapted into operas, plays, movies, and novels, becoming...
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Set in a medieval era of swords, battles, and dragons, King Mark of Cornwall takes in a young boy, with whom he felt a strong connection to even before he learned of their blood relation. When the young boy, Tristan, grows into a brave and honorable man, he is sent to settle a conflict the kingdom had with an Irish settlement. When Tristan goes to fight the Irish champion, he defeats him but is badly wounded. While he is struggling to regain his health,...
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La historia del amor "involuntario, irresistible y eterno" de Tristán e Isolda, que se prolonga durante toda la vida e incluso después de la muerte, atrajo con fuerza, ya desde sus inicios, a quienes la escucharon. El destino trágico de aquellos dos amantes encadenados de por vida cautivó tan hondo, que de nada valieron las reconvenciones ni los reproches de los predicadores. La historia sobrevivió con fuerza, y su presencia se hace visible aún...