This collection, translated by Eugene Mason, brings together the lais of Marie de France, a 12th-century poet, along with other French medieval legends. The lais are short narrative poems that often explore themes of love, chivalry, and the supernatural, offering a window into the courtly ideals and culture of the time. Mason's translation, originally published in 1911, makes these enchanting tales accessible to modern readers, preserving their romantic and mystical qualities.