Publisher's Synopsis
""Chivalry in English Literature: Chaucer, Malory, Spenser and Shakespeare"" by William Henry Schofield is a comprehensive exploration of the concept of chivalry in English literature. The book examines the works of four prominent writers - Geoffrey Chaucer, Thomas Malory, Edmund Spenser, and William Shakespeare - and analyzes how they depicted chivalry in their works.The book begins with an introduction to the concept of chivalry and its origins in medieval Europe. It then delves into the works of Chaucer, focusing on his depiction of chivalry in ""The Knight's Tale"" and other works. The section on Malory explores his famous work ""Le Morte d'Arthur"" and how he portrayed the chivalric code in his stories of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table.Next, the book examines Spenser's ""The Faerie Queene"" and its representation of chivalry in the context of the Elizabethan era. Finally, the section on Shakespeare analyzes how he incorporated chivalry into his plays, such as ""Henry V"" and ""Hamlet.""Throughout the book, Schofield provides historical context and critical analysis of each author's work, highlighting the themes and motifs that define their portrayal of chivalry. He also explores how the concept of chivalry evolved over time and how it was used to shape societal norms and values.Overall, ""Chivalry in English Literature"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of chivalry and its representation in literature. It offers a thorough examination of the works of four influential writers and their contributions to the literary canon.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.
