Morgante
Subtitle: the epic adventures of Orlando and his giant friend Morgante
By: Luigi Pulci ; translated by Joseph Tusiani ; introduction and notes by Edoardo A. Lèbano.
Contributors: Tusiani, Joseph, 1924-
Series: Indiana masterpiece editions
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Published: 1998
Place of publication: Bloomington
Language: eng
Number of pages: 975
Description: A classic picaresque epic detailing the thrilling exploits of Orlando, Morgante is a tale of war and of the calamities that befall the romantic hero, his fellow knights, and their sovereign, Charlemagne. After encountering the fierce Morgante, Orlando converts the giant, who then becomes his squire and trusted companion.

This annotated English translation will lead to a new appreciation of Luigi Pulci's singular epic masterpiece and contribute to a reassessment of the author's influence on modern English literature.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [965]-969) and index.