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John Gower shooting the world, a sphere of earth, air, and water (from an edition of his works c.1400) |
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There are 6 critical essays on John Gower.
Critical Essays on John Gower
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 Critical Essay by Kurt Olsson
14,078 words, approx. 47 pages
 In the following essay, Olsson considers Gower's works in light of his presentation of intimacy and love and the many different forms that each can take.
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Critical Essay by Frank Grady
12,263 words, approx. 41 pages
In the following essay, Grady argues that “In Praise of Peace” shows Gower's loyalty to the Lancastrian dynasty at a time when its existence seemed very tenuous.
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Critical Essay by Siân Echard
11,084 words, approx. 37 pages
In the following excerpt, Echard maintains that Gower's use of Latin in his Vox Clamantis and other works represents an integral part of the poet's expression of complex political ideas in a verse medium.
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Critical Essay by James Dean
9,585 words, approx. 32 pages
In the following essay, Dean examines Gower's application of the rhyme royal verse form, particularly its use for specific types of poems.
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Critical Essay by Richard Axton
8,287 words, approx. 28 pages
In the following essay, Axton determines that Gower was indebted to Chaucer, despite being the elder poet.
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Critical Essay by Charles A. Owen, Jr.
3,438 words, approx. 12 pages
In the following essay, Owen considers the French influence on Gower's methods of versification, particularly on his stylistic use of rhyme.
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