From King Arthur and Robin Hood, through to video games and
jousting-themed restaurants, medieval culture continues to surround
us and has retained a strong influence on literature and culture
throughout the ages.
This fascinating and illuminating guide is written by two of the
leading contemporary scholars of medieval literature, and
explores:
- The influence of medieval cultural concepts on literature and
film, including key authors such as Shakespeare, Tennyson, and Mark
Twain
- The continued appeal of medieval cultural figures such as
Dante, King Arthur, and Robin Hood
- The influence of the medieval on such varied disciplines such
as politics, music, children s literature, and art.
- Contemporary efforts to relive the Middle Ages.
Medievalisms: Making the Past in the Present surveys the
critical field and sets the boundaries for future study, providing
an essential background for literary study from the medieval period
through to the twenty-first century.
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