This introduction provides the guidance that modern readers need to come to an informed appreciation of the writings of medieval England.<br><li>An introduction to English literature written in the four centuries following the Norman Conquest. <br><li>Written by the well-known medievalist, Thorlac Turville-Petre. <br><li>Demonstrates that Middle English literature is more accessible than is often supposed. <br><li>Provides readers with the guidance they need to come to an informed appreciation of the writings of medieval England. <br><li>Designed to be used alongside <i>A Book of Middle English,</i> (Third Edition, Blackwell Publishing, 2005).</li>