描述
Explore the New Anticlericalism in Piers Plowman
This authoritative study reveals how the medieval poem Piers Plowman reshaped anticlerical discourse in late fourteenth-century England. Through detailed analysis of manuscripts, polemics, and lesser-known satires, Wendy Scase uncovers the emergence of a bold new literary movement.
What You’ll Learn
- The evolution of medieval anticlerical traditions
- How contemporary controversies shaped the poem’s message
- The poem’s influence on later critical and historical thought
- Fresh insights grounded in rigorous textual scholarship
Who Should Read This Book?
Ideal for medievalists, literary critics, historians, and scholars seeking deeper understanding of religious critique in medieval literature.
Unlock the hidden layers of medieval satire—add this essential study to your collection today.