Henry Lovelich facts for kids
Henry Lovelich was an English poet who lived in London during the 1400s. He was also known as Herry Lovelich or Lovelich the Skinner. He is most famous for translating two long poems about King Arthur into Middle English. These poems were originally written in French by Robert de Borron. They are called The History of the Holy Grail and The Romance of Merlin.
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Lovelich's Famous Works
Henry Lovelich is best known for his translations of two very long poems. These poems are part of the exciting Arthurian legends. They tell stories about King Arthur, his knights, and the magical Merlin.
The Holy Grail and Merlin Translations
Lovelich translated The History of the Holy Grail and The Romance of Merlin. These translations were likely finished between 1450 and 1475. He wrote them in Middle English, which was the language spoken in England during that time. It's a bit different from the English we speak today!
About the Poems
The original poems were written in French by a writer named Robert de Borron. Lovelich's job was to change them into English verse. This means he made them into poems with a rhythm. Even though some people thought his poetry style wasn't perfect, his work helped share these famous stories with more people in England.
Published Works
Several of Henry Lovelich's writings have been published. The Early English Text Society has helped make his works available for people to read and study. This means his important contributions to English literature are still remembered today.
