Troubadour Poetry

Troubadour poetry originated in the Occitan-speaking regions of France during the 11th to 13th centuries. It was created by traveling poets known as troubadours who expressed themes of love, chivalry, and courtly ideals. Their verses often featured intricate rhythms and rhyme schemes, celebrating romantic love and the admired qualities of noble women. Troubadour poetry played a significant role in shaping medieval literature and influenced later literary traditions across Europe, contributing to the development of lyrical poetry and the concept of courtly love in Western culture.