Essays on Subjects Connected with the Literature, Popular Superstitions, and History of England in the Middle Ages; Vol I

By Thomas Wright

Book Overview

Essays On Subjects Connected With The Literature, Popular Superstitions And History Of England In The Middle Ages V1 is a book written by Thomas Wright. It is a collection of essays that explore various aspects of medieval England, including its literature, superstitions, and history. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different topic. The first section looks at the literature of the period, including the works of Chaucer, Gower, and Langland. The second section delves into popular superstitions and beliefs, such as the idea of fairies and witches. The third section examines the history of England in the Middle Ages, touching on topics such as the Norman Conquest, the Crusades, and the Black Death. Throughout the book, Wright provides detailed analysis and commentary on each subject, drawing on a range of sources to support his arguments. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in medieval England and its culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116292490X
• ISBN13: 9781162924908
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"