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Explore the rich literary tradition of King and Commoner tales that captivated audiences from the late medieval period through the early modern era. This comprehensive study traces the development of these politically charged narratives, from fifteenth-century comic tales to popular ballads and Shakespearean histories. Discover how incognito kings encountering disgruntled commoners in forest settings became a vehicle for exploring class oppression and social discontent. The King and Commoner Tradition examines the cultural significance of stories featuring royal figures stripped of their status, confronting common folk who voice grievances about feudal hierarchies and poaching rights. Published by Routledge as part of the Outlaws in Literature, History, and Culture series, this volume offers the first detailed scholarly exploration of how these narratives reflected and shaped medieval and early modern political consciousness, making it essential reading for literature students, historians, and anyone interested in how popular tales encoded social commentary.

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The first detailed scholarly exploration of King and Commoner tales spanning the late medieval through early modern literary periods.

Traces development across fifteenth-century comic tales, Robin Hood ballads, and Shakespearean national histories within this tradition.

Examines how incognito kings encountering forest commoners became vehicles for expressing class oppression and feudal discontent.

Published by Routledge as part of the Outlaws in Literature, History, and Culture academic series on social and cultural history.

Explores the political significance of King and Commoner narratives in reflecting medieval and early modern social anxieties.

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09 February 2018
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24 October 2017

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