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This classic work of literature offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval England. Written in a poetic style, it tells the story of a dream-vision experienced by the narrator, in which he encounters various allegorical figures and learns about the nature of sin and redemption. Whether you are a lover of medieval literature or just great poetry, this book is an essential addition to your library.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The Vision of William Concerning Piers Plowman is a 14th-century Middle English allegory about the quest for a true Christian life. The Vernon Text is one of the three surviving versions of the poem, and contains vivid imagery and thoughtful reflections on the nature of social and religious life in medieval England. This edition features modern English translations alongside the original text, and provides valuable insights into the social, political, and religious landscape of the time. It is a must-read for scholars and literature enthusiasts alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This epic poem from the 14th century tells the story of Piers Plowman, a humble farmer on a quest for spiritual truth. The poem is a penetrating critique of the social, political, and religious systems of late medieval England. With its vivid imagery and powerful moral message, it remains a classic of English literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This book presents three parallel editions of William Langland's poem Piers Plowman, a landmark in medieval English literature. Edited by Walter W. Skeat, a leading scholar of Middle English, it provides valuable insights into the language, style, and themes of the poem, as well as its historical and cultural context.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Piers the Plowman is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1869.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

3 volume set parallel-text edition that contains all four versions of Piers Plowman specifically designed to facilitate study of the parallel text (Vol I) alongside both the textual notes (Vol II, Part 1) and the commentary/glossary (Vol II, Part 2), and is intended to make the entire edition available to as many students as possible.

The vision of William concerning Piers Plowman, together with Vita de Dowel, - Dobet, et Dobest, secundum Wit et Resoun - Vol. 2 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1873.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

William Langland's 14th-century poem Piers Plowman is a disturbing and often humorous commentary on corruption and greed that remains meaningful today. This book is a new verse translation of Piers from Middle English which preserves the energy, imagery and intent of the original, and retains its alliterative style.

This is a new translation into contemporary English of one of the greatest poems of the English Middle Ages. Piers Plowman remains of enduring interest for its vivid picture of the whole life of medieval society, for its deeply imaginative religious vision, and for its passionate concern to see justice and truth prevail in our world.A. V. C. Schmidt's translation of the B-text is provided with an Introduction and extensive Notes which place the work in its contemporary setting and offer a full interpretative commentary on the poem.