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The Anglo-Norman Period (1066-1350) was a trilingual era where literature flourished in Latin, French, and English. It was defined by the transmission of histories and legends (like Arthurian tales), the rise of the romance genre classified into 'Matters,' and significant works by figures like Geoffrey of Monmouth, Marie de France, and Layamon. This period preserved and adapted material, setting the stage for Chaucer's Middle English renaissance.