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Piers Plowman: A Norton Critical Edition (Norton Critical Editions)
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Piers Plowman Is One Of The Most Significant Works Of Medieval Literature. Astonishing In Its Cultural And Theological Scope, William Langlands Iconoclastic Masterpiece Is At Once A Historical Relic And A Deeply Spiritual Vision, Probing Not Only The Social And Religious Aristocracy But Also The Daytoday Realities Of A Largely Voiceless Proletariat Class. E. Talbot Donaldsons Translation Of The Text Has Been Selected For This Norton Critical Edition Because Of Its Skillful Emulation Of The Original Poems Distinct Alliterative Verse. Selections Of The Authoritative Middle English Text Are Also Included For Comparative Analysis. Sources And Backgrounds Includes A Large Collection Of Contemporary Religious And Historical Documents Pertaining To The Poem, Including Selections From The Douai Bible, Accounts Of The Plague, And Legal Statutes. Criticism Includes Twenty Interpretive Essays By Leading Medievalists, Among Them E. Talbot Donaldson, George Kane, Jill Mann, Derek Pearsall, C. David Benson, And Elizabeth D. Kirk. A Glossary And Selected Bibliography Are Also Included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Piers Plowman? A: The main theme of Piers Plowman revolves around social justice, spiritual vision, and the exploration of the relationship between the rich and the poor, particularly in a medieval context.
- Q: Who is the author of Piers Plowman? A: Piers Plowman is authored by William Langland, a significant figure in medieval literature.
- Q: What edition of Piers Plowman is this? A: This is the First Edition of Piers Plowman, published as part of the Norton Critical Editions series.
- Q: How many pages does Piers Plowman have? A: Piers Plowman consists of 672 pages, providing an extensive exploration of its themes and context.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: Piers Plowman is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: When was Piers Plowman published? A: Piers Plowman was published on March 7, 2006.
- Q: Does this edition include critical essays? A: Yes, this edition includes twenty interpretive essays by leading medievalists, providing critical insights into the text.
- Q: Are there any supplementary materials in this edition? A: This edition includes a glossary, selected bibliography, and a collection of contemporary religious and historical documents related to the poem.
- Q: Is there a translation included in this edition? A: Yes, E. Talbot Donaldson’s translation is included, skillfully emulating the original poem’s alliterative verse.
- Q: What category does Piers Plowman fall under? A: Piers Plowman is categorized under British & Irish literature.