Between encyclopedia and narrative: In the influence of Roman de la Rose, the Evrart de Conty's Livre des Échecs amoureux

The fact the Livre des Échecs amoureux cannot be reduced to a specific genre, can be explained by Evrart de Conty's intention to compose a poetic work. His text can be considered as a microcosm that encompasses encyclopedic knowledge, philosophic, mythographic, and literary traditions. The analogy with the macrocosm is based on the musical harmony ruling over all aspects of creation. The musical metaphor is central for the interpretation of a work composed by an author who sees himself as a poet as well as a commentator. © Cahiers de recherches médiévales.