William Langland

Gebundenes Buch

Parallel Extracts From Twenty-Nine Manuscripts Of Piers Plowman (1866)

Beschreibung

With Comments, And A Proposal For The Society's Three-Text Edition Of This Poem.

Autor

William Langland, born in 1332, is the presumed author of Piers Plowman, a seminal work of Middle English alliterative verse. His allegorical poem is rich in religious themes and was revolutionary in translating complex theological ideas into symbols and images that could be understood by the common people. Langland s work is considered a critical commentary on society, focusing on issues such as justice, morality, and the human condition, with an emphasis on the need for spiritual and social reform. Langland likely received his education at the Royal Grammar School, which contributed to his ability to write in the vernacular, making his work accessible to a wider audience. He lived during a period of significant social and political upheaval, and his writing reflects the concerns of the time, particularly regarding the church and its corruption. Langland passed away in 1386 at the age of 54. His legacy remains tied to his groundbreaking contributions to English literature and his ability to blend religious ideas with everyday life, influencing later writers and thinkers.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 26
• Erscheinungstermin: 23. Mai 2010
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 286mm x 221mm x 6mm
• Gewicht: 354g
• ISBN-13: 9781161792065
• ISBN-10: 1161792066
• Artikelnr.: 30783565