Bücher von Edgar Prestage

Originally published in 1938, this bibliography was compiled by the historian and Portuguese scholar Edgar Prestage. The documents described all relate to the 'political, military, and diplomatic aims and action of Portugal during the period from the death of Charles II of Spain to the Peace Treaties of 1713 and 1715 with France and Spain'.

This volume, intended for the general reader, throws a flood of light on that very characteristic feature of the Middle Ages, the institution of Chivalry. The first chapter deals with the place of chivalry in history, showing its effects and influences. Subsequent chapters show its earliest beginnings and its nature in France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, etc. Among other subjects dealt with are the Courtesy books and the romances of Chivalry and the idea of a gentleman in connection with Chivalry. The whole forms an introduction to students in a field that has been greatly neglected in recent years.

This work provides a landmark in early twentieth century publishing summarizing the most up-to-date findings in all branches of the social sciences at a formative time and during a period of decisive historical discovery.