'Authentically Medieval' is a collection of ten essays investigating the representation of the Middle Ages in fiction. Edited by Debra E. Best, Elizabeth L. Rambo, and Patricia H. Ward, it draws from discussions at recent medieval studies conferences and invites reflections from both medieval scholars and fictional writers. The essays analyze the interplay between academic research and narrative creativity, examining how fiction can reveal insights about the medieval period that traditional scholarship might overlook. The volume is particularly relevant for audiences interested in how contemporary literature reimagines historical settings and themes.
How do authors negotiate the tension between what their research tells them and the needs of the story? Does a scholarly background hamper their storytelling abilities?
This book stands out in two particular ways - first, much of it deals with fictional works that have been published relatively recently, making it feel very current.
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