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The Critical Heritage gathers together a large body of critical sources on major figures in literature. Each volume presents contemporary responses to a writer's work, enabling students and researchers to read the material themselves.

The Critical Heritage gathers together a large body of critical sources on major figures in literature. Each volume presents contemporary responses to a writer's work, enabling students and researchers to read the material themselves.

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The centuries between 1100 and 1500 were the crucible in which English language and literature, after the blow of the Norman Conquest, were reformed with results that affected all later times. The national language and literary culture were reconstructed influences. The medieval centuries present a fascinating success story of recovery, inventiveness and major achievement in all aspects of national life.In literature, lyric verse, narrative po...

A popular and highly readable account of the general culture of Chaucer's age, of how life looked and felt in the 14th century.

Essays intended as a companion to a reading of the works of the Gawain poet: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Pearl, Cleanness and Patience

`Provides an excellent one-volume guide to the works of the anonymous Gawain-poet.' CHOICE

Analysis of the structure of traditional stories and fairytales, bringing out their shared characteristics, and showing why they remain so powerful and resonant today.

Romances are a vital link between the 13th century and Shakespeare, these essays explore single romances and make a variety of points.

Medieval humour revealed in an anthology of 80 tales from England, France, Italy, Germany and Spain.

Discusses the subtle and illuminating life of Chaucer, drawn against the turbulent backdrop of 14th century England.