Medieval Literature and Social Politics brings together seventeen articles by literary historian Stephen Knight. The book primarily focuses on the social and po

In medieval Europe, the word fama denoted both talk (what was commonly said about a person or event) and an individual's ensuing reputation (one's fama). Althou

A study of the prophetic tradition in medieval England brings out its influence on contemporary politics and the contemporary elite.

An exploration of how the Middle Ages are manipulated ideologically in today's communication.

Medieval Literature: The Basics is an engaging introduction to this fascinating body of literature. The volume breaks down the variety of genres used in the cor