Miranda Griffin, an Assistant Professor of Medieval French, Luke Sunderland, a Medieval History expert, and Laura Ashe, a Professor of English Literature, delve into 'The Song of Roland.' They explore themes of chivalry, honor, and the moral dilemmas faced by characters like Roland. The complexities of leadership and betrayal within the feudal system are analyzed, alongside the contrasting portrayals of the Saracens. They discuss how this 12th-century epic shaped French identity and its lasting cultural legacy in literature and national pride.
