Fifteenth Century Prose and Verse (1903)

Fifteenth Century Prose and Verse is a book written by Alfred W. Pollard and published in 1903. The book is a collection of prose and poetry written during the fifteenth century, a period known for its literary and cultural significance. The book includes works from famous writers such as William Caxton, John Lydgate, and Thomas Malory, as well as lesser-known writers. The prose pieces include historical accounts, religious texts, and fictional stories, while the poetry ranges from ballads to longer narrative poems. Pollard provides an introduction to each piece, offering historical context and analysis of the language and themes. The book is a valuable resource for scholars of medieval literature and history, as well as anyone interested in the cultural and literary developments of the fifteenth century.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.