Medieval Literature by Dominique Battles PAPERBACK 9781032439570

Name: Medieval Literature by Dominique Battles PAPERBACK 9781032439570
Brand: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Taylor & Francis Ltd

This is the first book-length exploration of the type-scenes of western medieval literature from the ninth to the fifteenth centuries, spanning both the Latinate and Germanic traditions. Type-scenes are the recurring, stock scenes comprising the basic structure and cognitive guidance for narrative. These formulaic scenes enabled medieval poets to express originality while honoring tradition. Central to medieval poetic invention, type-scenes form the vital \u0093internal organs\u0094 of narrative, each serving a specialized function while working in concert with other organs to create and sustain the story. This accessible and engaging guide to medieval type-scenes consists of three parts: Part I is a compendium of the type-scenes commonly found in medieval narrative, including analyses of examples\n\nMedieval Literature\nAn Introduction to Type-Scenes\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.\n\nPlease;