A new edition of Barry Windeatt's comprehensive single-volume guide to Troilus and Criseyde, bringing together a wide range of material and providing a readable commentary on all aspects of the work.
Die Liebe zwischen dem schüchternen Prinzen Troilus und der schönen Criseyde bildet die Grundlage für Geoffrey Chaucers ersten englischen Roman aus dem 14. Jahrhundert, eine turbulente und witzige Liebesgeschichte.
The Book of Margery Kempe presents an unfiltered account of the author's tumultuous life in the fifteenth century, detailing her struggles with madness, financial hardship, and marital issues. It also explores her intense religious experiences and perilous journeys to sacred sites. This autobiography offers a vivid glimpse into the complexities of a medieval woman’s existence, capturing her resilience and the vibrant, often tragic, tapestry of her world.