Project Gutenberg 2004-07-01 Public domain in the USA. 570 Rose, R. Selden (Robert Selden) 1888 1964 Rose, Robert Selden Bacon, Leonard 1887 1954 The Lay of the Cid Produced by Holly Ingraham "The Lay of the Cid" by R. Selden Rose and Leonard Bacon is a historical epic poem that was rendered into English rhymed couplets in the early 20th century. Originally composed in the 12th century, the poem chronicles the legendary exploits of Rodrigo Diaz of Bivar, known as the Cid, who becomes a national hero in Spanish literature. This work details themes of honor, bravery, and loyalty, centered on the Cid’s struggles, his banishment from Castile, and his eventual triumphs against the Moors, making him a symbol of Spanish national identity. The opening of "The Lay of the Cid" introduces readers to the Cid's esteemed character as he faces the bitter reality of his banishment from his homeland. As he departs Burgos, he is met with sorrow from the townsfolk, who lament his injustice at the hands of King Alfonso. Despite his plight, the Cid vows to regain his honor and set out to establish himself in foreign lands. This section emphasizes his noble spirit and command of loyalty from his followers as they prepare for their new paths ahead. It sets the stage for the heroic undertakings of the Cid, showcasing the initial hardship that drives him toward greater adventures and conquests. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 89.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. en Cid, approximately 1043-1099 -- Poetry PQ Text Category: Historical Novels Category: Poetry Category: Classics of Literature 285266 2025-10-03T06:28:48.623718 text/html 284493 2014-10-12T10:08:58 text/html 149561 2025-10-03T06:28:54.847678 application/epub+zip 152253 2025-10-03T06:28:50.234702 application/epub+zip 152253 2025-10-03T06:28:49.181706 application/epub+zip 274760 2025-10-03T06:28:57.498675 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 249654 2025-10-03T06:28:54.161674 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 231613 2022-09-03T10:18:02.590724 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 256172 2025-10-03T06:28:47.582729 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 255652 2014-10-12T10:08:50 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 255642 2014-10-12T10:08:44 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 20614 2025-10-03T06:28:57.636648 application/rdf+xml 8457 2025-10-03T06:28:49.687718 image/jpeg 2415 2025-10-03T06:28:49.431708 image/jpeg 93386 2014-10-12T10:12:48 application/octet-stream application/zip 96558 2014-10-12T10:12:48 application/octet-stream application/zip 93168 2014-10-12T10:12:48 application/octet-stream application/zip 144486 2025-10-03T06:28:48.646718 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia