Perceval and the Holy Grail: An Essay on the Romance of Chretien de Troyes is a literary analysis of the medieval romance written by William A. Nitze. The book explores the themes and motifs of the story, which centers around the quest for the Holy Grail by the knight Perceval. Nitze delves into the historical and cultural context of the romance, as well as the symbolism and allegory used by the author, Chretien de Troyes. The book provides a comprehensive examination of the story and its significance in medieval literature, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students of Arthurian legend and medieval studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.