Les cinquante et ung arretz d'amours by d'Auvergne Martial

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By Richard Baker Posted on Jan 9, 2026
In Category - Pioneer History
Martial, d'Auvergne, -1508 Martial, d'Auvergne, -1508
French
"Les cinquante et ung arretz d'amours" by d'Auvergne Martial is a collection of fictional court decrees related to love, likely written during the late 14th century. The text presents a whimsical and allegorical legal framework for examining various romantic disputes, showcasing the absurdities and paradoxes of love through a series of fanciful cou...
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cultural norms surrounding romantic relationships. At the start of the work, the reader is introduced to a grand assembly known as the "parlement d'amours" where various love-related cases are heard and decided upon. The opening details the sumptuous setting and the characters in attendance, including noble ladies and men adorned in luxurious garments, setting a vibrant mood. Various plaintiffs and defendants present their cases, illustrating complex love entanglements and grievances, from issues of affection and betrayal to demands for reparations and love tokens. These early testimonies foreshadow a series of rich and humorous narratives that blend legal parlance with the emotional turbulence of love, inviting the reader into a world where romantic affairs are adjudicated with all the serious deliberation of a legal court. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Melissa Lopez
2 weeks ago

Given the topic, it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. Truly inspiring.

Barbara Wilson
4 weeks ago

I downloaded this out of curiosity and it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. An excellent read overall.

Anthony Scott
4 months ago

As part of my coursework, the examples used throughout the text are practical and relevant. I'm sending the link to all my friend.

George Mitchell
2 months ago

As an avid reader, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. This felt rewarding to read.

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