Middle English Literature Literature
Middle English Literature Literature refers to the body of written works produced in the English language during the Middle English period, which lasted from the 12th to the 15th century. This literature is characterized by a mixture of Anglo-Saxon and Norman French influences, as well as the gradual development of the English language. Middle English Literature includes a wide range of genres such as poetry, prose, drama, and religious texts, and is known for its rich symbolism, allegory, and moral lessons. Major works from this period include Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, and William Langland's Piers Plowman.