Imagined Romes: The Ancient City and Its Stories in Middle English Poetry

A study of ancient Rome as a prominent topic in the works of Middle English poets. Discusses how each these poets conceives of ancient Rome and Romans, both pagan and Christian, and why it matters to their work. Includes the works of Gower, Chaucer, Langland, and Lydgate.

• | Author: C. David Benson
• | Publisher: Penn State University Press
• | Publication Date: August 20, 2020
• | Number of Pages: 216 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 0271083212
• | ISBN-13: 9780271083216