The Vision and Creed of Piers Ploughman, Volume 1 by William Langland
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| Author | Langland, William, 1330?-1400? |
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| Editor | Wright, Thomas, 1810-1877 |
| Title | The Vision and Creed of Piers Ploughman, Volume 1 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Vision and Creed of Piers Ploughman, Volume 1" by William Langland is a seminal poem written in the 14th century. This allegorical work explores themes of social justice, morality, and the human condition through a sequence of vivid dreams experienced by the protagonist, a ploughman named Piers. The text serves as a critical reflection on the socio-political landscape of medieval England, particularly regarding the corruption within the church and the plight of the common people. At the start of the poem, the dreamer falls asleep by the Malvern Hills and enters a vision of a world filled with various characters representing different aspects of society. He observes the struggles of the rich and poor, the vices of the clergy, and the societal chaos stemming from pride, greed, and hypocrisy. A lady, symbolizing Holy Church, appears to guide him, imparting spiritual wisdom and emphasizing the need for truth and virtuous living. Piers Ploughman, the central figure, emerges as a representative of the righteous who strives for the betterment of society, setting the stage for an exploration of truth, justice, and the moral responsibilities of individuals within their communities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Christian pilgrims and pilgrimages -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43660 |
| Release Date | Sep 7, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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