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Routledge - Polemic: Language as Violence in Medieval Discourse

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Explore the complex relationship between language and conflict in this scholarly collection from Routledge. While many associate the term polemic specifically with early modern print culture and religious controversy, this volume expands the scope to include medieval perspectives. By taking a broad European approach, the book brings together specialists to examine how discourse functioned across different historical periods. This collection challenges common assumptions that medieval culture was defined by consensus or homogeneity. Instead of viewing literary discourse as naturally peaceful, the contributors demonstrate how language was often used as a tool of conflict. The text explores the continuities and discontinuities between medieval and early modern periods, providing a deeper understanding of how print media and religious debates shaped historical communication. This work is an essential resource for those studying European history, literary discourse, and the evolution of print culture.

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Broad European perspective that examines historical discourse across multiple eras.

Expert analysis from specialists in both medieval and early modern culture.

Focuses on the specific subject of drama and poetic imitation.

Investigates the role of print media and religious controversy in shaping polemic.

Explores the connection between language and violence in historical literary discourse.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1472425065
Category: Books > Subjects > History > Europe > Medieval
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 28 March 2015
Listed Since: 31 October 2014

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