The Story of Flamenca

The Story of Flamenca is a work that transcends not only Provençal literature but also the entire Western medieval narrative tradition. It draws neither on Celtic mythology nor Carolingian legends; it bears no trace of anonymous folk tales. This novel was written by a talented penman who wanted to portray a refined lifestyle that flourished in magnificent palaces in the early thirteenth century. This work, which has survived from a single unfinished manuscript, is not only a love story, but also a mirror to the value system of a society. Flamenca and Guillem's passions develop within the framework of the complex lovers' code of the period; their desires are meticulously crafted like rituals. But the game comes at a great price... With its daring plot, elegant narrative and the surprising reality of its characters, The Story of Flamenka is a unique work that brings both the final glory of an era and the timeless power of love to the present day.