Reading the Middle Ages : An Introduction to Medieval Literature

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Steinberg, Theodore L.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Literature, Medieval--History and criticism.

Literature, Medieval.

Literature.

Local Subjects:

Literature, Medieval--History and criticism.

Literature, Medieval.

Literature.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (294 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Other Title:

Reading the Middle Ages

Place of Publication:

Jefferson : McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, 2003.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Medieval literature is separated from us by so many centuries that it may seem completely foreign, both in its concerns and its techniques. However, this literature has much to say to 21st century readers and Steinberg''s book demonstrates its continuing relevance and appeal. This introduction to medieval literature provides some of the cultural context that readers need to know in order to understand the literature, such as the religious orientation of the people, often deep and sincere but sometimes treated casually or subjected to intense scrutiny. The first chapter provides a brief explana

Contents:

Contents; Preface; Introduction; I. Beowulf; II. Chrétien de Troyes; III. The Lais of Marie de France; IV. The Romance of the Rose; V. The Tale of Genji; VI. Jewish Literature; VII. Sagas; VIII. Dante; IX. Pearl and Sir Gawain and the Green Knight; X. Chaucer; Epilogue (But Not Retraction): From the Author to the Reader; Notes; Bibliography; List of Names and Terms

Notes:

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ISBN:

9780786481873

0786481870

OCLC:

891447378