A Study Of Gawain And The Green Knight (1916)

By George Lyman Kittredge

Book Overview

A Study of Gawain and the Green Knight is a book written by George Lyman Kittredge in 1916. The book is an in-depth analysis of the medieval poem Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, which is considered one of the greatest works of Middle English literature. Kittredge examines the poem's themes, structure, language, and symbolism, providing a comprehensive understanding of the text. He also explores the historical and cultural context in which the poem was written, shedding light on the social and political issues of the time. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of medieval literature, as well as anyone interested in the history and culture of the Middle Ages.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: 1436752477
• ISBN13: 9781436752473
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"