Gender Feminine
Usage Literature
Meaning & History
The eponymous character of "Rosalynde; or, Euphues' Golden Legacy" by Thomas Lodge, a pastoral romance written in the late 16th century. The narrative centers around the character of Rosalynde, the daughter of an exiled king, who finds herself entangled in themes of love, honor, and familial discord. The work notably serves as a precursor to Shakespeare's "As You Like It".