Medieval Literature by Holly Crocker, D. Vance Smith - 9780415667906

Medieval LiteratureCriticism and Debates\nAuthor(s): Holly Crocker, D. Vance Smith\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780415667906, 978-0415667906\nSynopsis\nMedieval Literature: Criticism and Debates combines classic critical essays alongside new voices and approaches, highlighting vibrant debates on medieval literature that will continue to shape critical conversations for the coming decades.\n\nHolly A. Crocker and D. Vance Smith present a fascinating collection of essays from leading contemporary scholars of medieval literature and culture, examining topics including gender, sexuality, politics, belief, language, nationhood, science and desire. The volume sheds light on critical discussions of the medieval period and shows the continuing relevance and vivacity of Medieval English literature in the twenty-first century. \n\nEach section is thoroughly introduced and the essays develop various debates in key areas, n