Sexuality and Its Queer Discontents in Middle English by T. Pugh PAPERBACK

Palgrave Macmillan

Explore the complex and evolving nature of sexuality and its queer discontents within the rich tapestry of Middle English literature. This insightful work by T. Pugh delves into how gender and desire were represented and contested in medieval texts, offering a fresh perspective on historical understandings of identity. Discover nuanced analyses of canonical and lesser-known works, revealing the literary expressions of non-normative desires and challenging traditional interpretations. This book is an essential read for scholars and students of medieval literature, gender studies, and queer theory, providing a deep dive into the social and cultural contexts that shaped these literary representations. Key themes include: - The representation of desire and non-normative sexualities - Queer readings of medieval texts - The intersection of literature, gender, and social history - Challenging heteronormative frameworks in medieval studies Product Summary: Sexuality and its Queer Discontents in Middle English Literature, a paperback by T. Pugh from Palgrave Macmillan, offers a scholarly examination of sexuality and queer themes in medieval English literary works.