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Understanding a medieval poetry genre through modern translations, commentary, and the role of performance Middle English lyrics are anonymous short poems that were composed between the twelfth and sixteenth centuries. They address a range of themes, both secular and religious, and usually emphasize the author’s personal relationship to the subject matter. In this introduction to the genre, William Quinn offers an overview of the large body of work, identifying common features and trends over time and discussing select examples in detail. Quinn argues that Middle English lyrics are best understood when read as emotional performances and guides readers through the poems’ expressions of jo...
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