An introduction to Jean Bodel / Lynn T. Ramey ; foreword by R. Barton Palmer and Tison Pugh.
| Author/creator | Ramey, Lynn Tarte, 1964- |
| Format | Electronic |
| Edition | [1]. |
| Publication Info | Gainesville : University Press of Florida, [2024] |
| Description | xii, 192 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete |
| Subjects |
| Series | New perspectives on medieval literature: authors and traditions New perspectives on medieval literature. ^A1144160 |
| Contents | Introduction -- Jean Bodel and His World -- Fabliaux -- Lyric Poetry -- Autobiographical Poetry -- Epic Poetry -- Drama -- Sources and Influences -- Chronology |
| Abstract | "In this book, Lynn Ramey explores the life and works of Jean Bodel, a twelfth-century French poet, playwright, and epic writer, providing translations and summaries of works never published before in English while delving into Bodel's historical and cultural context"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Abstract | "Bringing the work of a highly influential medieval French writer to English-speaking audiences for the first time This book explores the life and works of Jean Bodel, an influential author who lived in twelfth-century Arras, France. A versatile poet, playwright, and epic writer who established new genres such as fabliaux and the mystery play, Bodel remains relatively unknown to Anglophone audiences. Lynn Ramey offers translations and summaries of works never published before in English while delving into Bodel's historical and cultural context. After a brief introduction to the poet, Ramey highlights the stimulating and cosmopolitan environment of Arras, considering the influence of the Crusades and social movements in shaping Bodel's works. Next, Ramey provides an extensive survey of all of Bodel's known writing across his prolific career by genre, from his most well-known work, The Play of Saint Nicholas (Le Jeu de Saint Nicolas), to his final piece, Farewell (Les Conge©¿℗£s), which offers important insight into his diagnosis of leprosy toward the end of his life. Ramey translates several pieces including pastourelles, fabliaux, and selections from the Song of the Saxons (Chanson de Saisnes). The book also includes information on Bodel's sources, a chronology, and a glossary. With much of the existing scholarship on Bodel only available in French, this book bridges a gap in knowledge of the poet and serves as a useful resource for both students and specialists. An Introduction to Jean Bodel allows a broader audience to engage with the writer's wide-ranging work and contributions to literary history.A volume in the series New Perspectives on Medieval Literature: Authors and Traditions, edited by R. Barton Palmer and Tison Pugh"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages [165]-174, 175-181, [183]-185) and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2023050484 |
| ISBN | 9780813079028 (hardback) |
| ISBN | (pdf) |
| ISBN | (ebook) |
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| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |