Chaucer to Spenser
- 1000 Seiten
- 35 Lesestunden
In this key anthology Derek Pearsall offers a radically new approach to those teaching and studying English writing from Geoffrey Chaucer to the early work of Edmund Spenser.
Derek Pearsall Bücher
Derek Pearsall ist ein führender Mediävist und Chaucer-Forscher, dessen umfangreiche Schriften sich mit dem Kern mittelalterlicher Literatur und Kultur befassen. Seine Arbeit beleuchtet die Werke von Autoren wie Chaucer, Langland und Gower sowie sorgfältige Studien von Manuskripten und historischen Kontexten. Pearsall bietet den Lesern eine tiefgreifende Erkundung der Denkweise und der künstlerischen Welt des Mittelalters. Seine Gelehrsamkeit liefert tiefe Einblicke in das bleibende Erbe mittelalterlicher literarischer Traditionen.
Old English and Middle English Poetry
- 364 Seiten
- 13 Lesestunden
Focusing on the historical context of English poetry, this book explores the conditions that fostered its development from Old English to Middle English. It emphasizes the integral functions assigned to poetry throughout history, offering insights into its nature and evolution. The work provides a foundational understanding of the cultural and literary influences that shaped early English poetic forms.
John Lydgate
- 328 Seiten
- 12 Lesestunden
Focusing on the work of John Lydgate, this book emphasizes the importance of understanding his contributions within the context of medieval literature rather than viewing him as a precursor to Renaissance thought. It aims to restore a sense of perspective on Lydgate's significance, highlighting his medieval roots and the enduring value of his work. The exploration challenges modern interpretations that may overlook the authenticity of his medieval identity.