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Medieval English Literature

by W. P. Ker

Level C1 · AdvancedHistorical14 chapters
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About this book

Explore the rich tapestry of medieval English literature, tracing its roots from Gothic art to legendary tales like those of Arthur and Dante, revealing how curiosity and history intertwine to illuminate a misunderstood era once deemed dark and ignorant.

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Contents

14 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.

02CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION
03CHAPTER II THE ANGLO-SAXON PERIOD
04INTRODUCTORY
05CHAPTER IV THE ROMANCES
06CHAPTER V SONGS AND BALLADS
07CHAPTER VI COMIC POETRY
08CHAPTER VII ALLEGORY
09CHAPTER VIII SERMONS AND HISTORIES, IN VERSE AND PROSE
10CHAPTER IX CHAUCER
11NOTE ON BOOKS
12SUPPLEMENTARY NOTE

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