{"product_id":"the-romance-of-tristan-and-iseult-paperback-3","title":"The Romance of Tristan and Iseult - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJoseph Bedier\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMint Editions\u003c\/b\u003e (Contribution by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSet 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, he meets Iseult, an Irish princess, who had been promised to his uncle as a wife. Once Tristan's health returns, he escorts Iseult to the kingdom of Cornwall. However, when one of Iseult's maids casts a binding love spell on Tristan and Iseult, they quickly fall into a forbidden love. Caught in a tortured love triangle, Tristan and Iseult try to suppress their love for each other out of respect for King Mark, however, their passion is persistent. Torn between reputation and romance, Tristan and Iseult must fight against their passions to remain chivalrous and honorable. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e With dramatic and beautiful writing, \u003ci\u003eThe Romance of Tristan and Iseult\u003c\/i\u003e is an exciting romance novel filled with tragedy, magic, quests, and adventure. Using medieval sources, including the poem that the myth of Tristan and Iseult originated from, Joseph B dier's \u003ci\u003eThe Romance of Tristan and Iseult\u003c\/i\u003e is a retelling of a classic star-crossed romance that inspired later iconic love stories such as Shakespeare's \u003ci\u003eRomeo and Juliet. \u003c\/i\u003e This influence has even spread to the 21st century, inspiring film adaptations and countless depictions of doomed lovers. Claimed to be one of the most authentic versions of the myth, \u003ci\u003eThe Romance of Tristan and Iseult\u003c\/i\u003e provides detailed insight into medieval culture and folklore. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis edition of \u003ci\u003eThe Romance of Tristan and Iseult\u003c\/i\u003e by Joseph B dier features a striking new cover design and is printed in a modern font, creating an accessible reading experience for contemporary readers. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen a love potion binds Sir Tristan and his uncle's fiancé, Iseult, the two star-crossed lovers struggle to retain their honor while falling into a deep, passionate love. \u003c\/b\u003e Joseph Bédier's \u003ci\u003eThe Romance of Tristan and Iseult\u003c\/i\u003e is a retelling of the legendary love story that has inspired countless literary romances. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 78\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.17 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 12, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45610792714284,"sku":"9781513268507","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/smartsupplydeals.com\/products\/the-romance-of-tristan-and-iseult-paperback-3","provider":"Smart supply deals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}