About the book: 2014 / This book contains legends from the countries of medieval Europe, telling about deeds performed in the name of love. These legends tell about both fictional heroes and real historical figures, and explain the origin of holidays and place names. Poems, plays and operas have been written based on their stories. Some accounts of legends are published for the first time. They contain fragments of the works of medieval poets. The legends are retold by the famous writer and translator Sofia Leonidovna Prokofieva, who managed to preserve the style and flavor of the medieval originals. The book is provided with commentaries. For middle school age.