New Medieval Literatures 20

This volume offers fresh insights into medieval literature, exploring a range of topics and texts from late antiquity to the fifteenth century in New Medieval Literatures 20.

The book New Medieval Literatures 20 presents a modern perspective on medieval literature, showcasing the dynamic nature of the field. This annual publication aims to promote a deeper understanding of medieval textual cultures, emphasizing the importance of intellectual and cultural diversity both in the Middle Ages and in contemporary scholarship. The essays included in this volume cover a wide array of methodologies, from theoretical to archival, philological, and historicist approaches, reflecting the rich tapestry of European cultures.

In this volume, contributors delve into the works of various writers spanning from late antiquity to the fifteenth century. Topics explored include the interactions between humans and animals in French romance, the insights contemporary sound studies provide for Anglo-French poetry, and the impact of late medieval military practices on the reception of Trojan history. The essays also examine multilingualism in devotional poetry, the complexities of Christ's sexuality in late medieval drama, and the significance of “ugly” manuscripts that reveal much about medieval literacy.

Notable texts discussed in New Medieval Literatures 20 include Chrétien de Troyes's Yvain, Chaucer's Troilus and Criseyde, and the York Corpus Christi Plays. The volume features contributions from esteemed scholars such as Kellie Robertson, Wendy Scase, Laura Ashe, and Philip Knox, alongside a diverse group of emerging voices in medieval studies, making it a significant addition to the field.