{"product_id":"the-red-romance-book-9781513281681","title":"The Red Romance Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eFirst published in the early 20th century, \u003ci\u003eThe Red Romance Book\u003c\/i\u003e is comprised of twenty-nine works of short fiction. With tales of medieval chivalry, knights, and popular protagonists such as Don Quixote, Guy of Warwick, and Charlemagne, this collection depicts medieval tales previously presented through word of mouth, poetry, and their native language. With stories that sometimes relate to each other, this collection allows readers to become submerged in the medieval culture and characters, including Gunnar, a handsome and well-respected man who was determined to marry Hallgerda, despite her checkered reputation and the unfortunate fate of her previous partners. Depicting the idea of romance in a grand sense that exceeds passion, \u003ci\u003eThe Red Romance Book\u003c\/i\u003e features prose versions of popular poems as well as legends borrowed from history. \u003ci\u003eThe Red Romance Book\u003c\/i\u003e by Andrew and Leonora Lang is written in lively and whimsical prose, allowing readers to indulge in their curiosity. Aiming to spark children's interest in history and folklore, the Lang's respect the original stories by presenting them with authenticity, yet rejuvenates these ancient tales to revive public interest in the extraordinary characters they depict. Though originally written for children, \u003ci\u003eThe Red Romance Book\u003c\/i\u003e is great for older audiences as well, and serves as a spectacular introduction to medieval literature. This edition of \u003ci\u003eThe Red Romance Book\u003c\/i\u003e by Andrew and Leonora Lang now features an eye-catching new cover design and is printed in a font that is both modern and readable. With these accommodations, this edition of \u003ci\u003e The Red Romance Book\u003c\/i\u003e creates an accessible and pleasant reading experience for modern audiences while restoring the original imagination and mastery of Andrew and Leonora Lang's work. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Mint Editions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/08\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781513281681\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 246","brand":"Andrew Lang","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40239687532725,"sku":"9781513281681","price":10.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/products\/img_c16907ab-e945-4f78-af1c-6ef4377a4819.jpg?v=1623725404","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/the-red-romance-book-9781513281681","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}