Robert de Boron

Robert de Boron was a medieval French poet from the late 12th and early 13th centuries, renowned for shaping the legendary stories of King Arthur and the Holy Grail. His works, including "Joseph d'Arimathie" and "Lancelot," helped establish key elements of Arthurian legend and Christian mysticism. De Boron’s writings introduced themes of divine grace, redemption, and the holy relics, influencing later medieval literature and legends. His poetry melded myth, religion, and chivalry, contributing significantly to the development of European medieval storytelling and the enduring cultural image of Arthurian knights.