Knights and their days

Name: Knights and their days
Author: Dr. Doran

A series of illustrated essays and sketches explores the social institution of knighthood, tracing training, domestic life, courtly love, dueling, death rites, and the careers of individual knights. Chapters examine female warriors and noted champions, the ceremonies and fortunes of chivalric orders, the roles of monarchs as knights, sham investitures, and the material culture of arms and armor. The work mixes anecdote, biography, and institutional history, surveying military and ceremonial orders, stage portrayals, and the moral tensions between chivalric ideals and everyday conduct.

By Dr. Doran

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Dr. Doran

Dr. Doran was a notable English author and biographer, recognized for his contributions to the literary landscape of the 19th century. He is best known for his extensive work "Their Majesties' Servants," a three-volume series that chronicles the history of the English stage and its performers. Doran's writings often reflect his keen interest in theatrical history and the social dynamics of his time. His other significant works include "Lives of the Queens of England of the House of Hanover" and "In and About Drury Lane," which further showcase his expertise in biography and cultural commentary. Through his detailed narratives, Doran has left a lasting impact on the understanding of English theater and royal history.