Description
Book SynopsisIn this volume, Fein presents highly emotional Middle English lyrics to a new audience of students and teachers of the Middle Ages. These Middle English poems, drawn widely from two hundred years of literary tradition, lead readers in devotion to God by invoking an emotional response to God's love. In this meditative tradition, readers would be brought closer to intellectually understanding God through their affective responses. With its copious footnotes, introductions, and glosses, this volume is ideal for classes on medieval spirituality and English lyrical poetry alike.
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments
Introduction
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List of Plates
Thomas of Hales, Love Rune Introduction
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In a Valley of This Restless Mind Introduction
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The Dispute Between Mary and the Cross Introduction
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The Four Leaves of the Truelove Introduction
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The Bird with Four Feathers Introduction
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Pety Job Introduction
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The Sinner's Lament Introduction
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