€10

'The Song of Roland', Unwin Books, London, 1972. The Oxford Text translated from the Old French by D. D. R. Owen. Not readily available edition. One of the greatest epic poems in world literature, it tells the story of Charlemagne's momentous defeat at the Pass of Roncevaux in 778 and rings with the clash of feudal battle and the brave splendour of chivalry. 126 pages including a 23-page introduction. One stain on page 27 (last photo). Otherwise like new. See photos. €10.