Aucassin and Nicolette

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17 min · 17. feb. 2026
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Aucassin and Nicolette is a captivating medieval romance, masterfully crafted in a unique blend of prose and verse known as a “song-story.” Likely penned in the early 13th century by an anonymous French author, this enchanting tale unfolds the passionate love between the son of a count and a Saracen slave girl who, after her conversion to Christianity, is adopted by a viscount. As Aucassins father vehemently opposes their union, the devoted lovers face a series of harrowing trials imprisonment, perilous escapes, separation in distant lands, and countless other challenges. Aucassin embodies the ideal intrepid knight, unwavering in his love, while Nicolette showcases remarkable daring and ingenuity in her relentless pursuit of happiness. This translation, completed in 1887, comes from the talented Scottish poet, novelist, critic, and collector of folk tales, Andrew Lang (1844-1912). (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)

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Aucassin and Nicolette is a captivating medieval romance, masterfully crafted in a unique blend of prose and verse known as a “song-story.” Likely penned in the early 13th century by an anonymous French author, this enchanting tale unfolds the passionate love between the son of a count and a Saracen slave girl who, after her conversion to Christianity, is adopted by a viscount. As Aucassins father vehemently opposes their union, the devoted lovers face a series of harrowing trials imprisonment, perilous escapes, separation in distant lands, and countless other challenges. Aucassin embodies the ideal intrepid knight, unwavering in his love, while Nicolette showcases remarkable daring and ingenuity in her relentless pursuit of happiness. This translation, completed in 1887, comes from the talented Scottish poet, novelist, critic, and collector of folk tales, Andrew Lang (1844-1912). (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)

17. feb. 202619 min
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005 - Section 4

Aucassin and Nicolette is a captivating medieval romance, masterfully crafted in a unique blend of prose and verse known as a “song-story.” Likely penned in the early 13th century by an anonymous French author, this enchanting tale unfolds the passionate love between the son of a count and a Saracen slave girl who, after her conversion to Christianity, is adopted by a viscount. As Aucassins father vehemently opposes their union, the devoted lovers face a series of harrowing trials imprisonment, perilous escapes, separation in distant lands, and countless other challenges. Aucassin embodies the ideal intrepid knight, unwavering in his love, while Nicolette showcases remarkable daring and ingenuity in her relentless pursuit of happiness. This translation, completed in 1887, comes from the talented Scottish poet, novelist, critic, and collector of folk tales, Andrew Lang (1844-1912). (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)

17. feb. 20268 min
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004 - Section 3

Aucassin and Nicolette is a captivating medieval romance, masterfully crafted in a unique blend of prose and verse known as a “song-story.” Likely penned in the early 13th century by an anonymous French author, this enchanting tale unfolds the passionate love between the son of a count and a Saracen slave girl who, after her conversion to Christianity, is adopted by a viscount. As Aucassins father vehemently opposes their union, the devoted lovers face a series of harrowing trials imprisonment, perilous escapes, separation in distant lands, and countless other challenges. Aucassin embodies the ideal intrepid knight, unwavering in his love, while Nicolette showcases remarkable daring and ingenuity in her relentless pursuit of happiness. This translation, completed in 1887, comes from the talented Scottish poet, novelist, critic, and collector of folk tales, Andrew Lang (1844-1912). (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)

17. feb. 202621 min
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003 - Section 2

Aucassin and Nicolette is a captivating medieval romance, masterfully crafted in a unique blend of prose and verse known as a “song-story.” Likely penned in the early 13th century by an anonymous French author, this enchanting tale unfolds the passionate love between the son of a count and a Saracen slave girl who, after her conversion to Christianity, is adopted by a viscount. As Aucassins father vehemently opposes their union, the devoted lovers face a series of harrowing trials imprisonment, perilous escapes, separation in distant lands, and countless other challenges. Aucassin embodies the ideal intrepid knight, unwavering in his love, while Nicolette showcases remarkable daring and ingenuity in her relentless pursuit of happiness. This translation, completed in 1887, comes from the talented Scottish poet, novelist, critic, and collector of folk tales, Andrew Lang (1844-1912). (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)

17. feb. 202619 min
episode 002 - Section 1 artwork

002 - Section 1

Aucassin and Nicolette is a captivating medieval romance, masterfully crafted in a unique blend of prose and verse known as a “song-story.” Likely penned in the early 13th century by an anonymous French author, this enchanting tale unfolds the passionate love between the son of a count and a Saracen slave girl who, after her conversion to Christianity, is adopted by a viscount. As Aucassins father vehemently opposes their union, the devoted lovers face a series of harrowing trials imprisonment, perilous escapes, separation in distant lands, and countless other challenges. Aucassin embodies the ideal intrepid knight, unwavering in his love, while Nicolette showcases remarkable daring and ingenuity in her relentless pursuit of happiness. This translation, completed in 1887, comes from the talented Scottish poet, novelist, critic, and collector of folk tales, Andrew Lang (1844-1912). (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)

17. feb. 202617 min