Studies in Early French Poetry : Kessinger Publishing : 9781430446347 : 143044634X : 17 Jan 2007 : ""Studies In Early French Poetry"" by Walter Besant is a comprehensive exploration of the origins and development of French poetry from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of French poetry, including the troubadours, the chansons de geste, and the Arthurian romances. Besant provides a detailed analysis of the themes, styles, and techniques of these different forms of poetry, and he also examines the historical and cultural contexts that gave rise to them. Throughout the book, Besant draws on his extensive knowledge of French literature and culture to offer insights into the evolution of the language and the ways in which poetry reflects the social and political changes of the time. ""Studies In Early French Poetry"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of French literature and t