Langland Collection

LANGLAND: PIERS PLOWMAN. A manuscript page from the Middle English poem The Vision of Piers Plowman by William Langland, c1375

The Vision of Piers the Ploughman
Langland dreamed a wondrous dream. William Langland, in his 14th century poem, Piers Ploughman, falls asleep upon the Malvern Hills and dreams a dream in which he sees a fair field full of folk

Langland dreamed a wondrous dream, from English Literature pub. by T C & EC Jack, c
3949297 Langland dreamed a wondrous dream, from English Literature pub.by T C & EC Jack, c.1920 (colour litho) by Skelton, J. R. (1888-1924); Private Collection; out of copyright

John Gower (1340-1408) was an English poet, a contemporary of William Langland and the Pearl Poet, and a personal friend of Geoffrey Chaucer. Date: 1875

Piers Ploughman, by William Langland, 1873 (stained glass)
3475443 Piers Ploughman, by William Langland, 1873 (stained glass) by Burrow, Harry (fl.1868-83); St Marys Church, Cleobury Mortimer, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: Cleobury Mortimer)

The Poet Langland Asleep, Piers Ploughman, 1873 (stained glass)
3475441 The Poet Langland Asleep, Piers Ploughman, 1873 (stained glass) by Burrow, Harry (fl.1868-83); St Marys Church, Cleobury Mortimer, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: Cleobury Mortimer)

Swansea SA3 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Swansea SA3 4

West Norfolk PE30 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Norfolk PE30 4

Wales / Langland Bay
Langland Bay, east of Mumbles, on Swansea Bay, Glamorganshire, Wales. Date: 1960s

WILLIAM LANGLAND (1330-1400). English poet. Title page of the first printed edition of his Vision of Piers Plowman, 1550

LANGLAND: MANUSCRIPT, c1375. A manuscript page from the Middle English poem The Vision of Piers Plowman by William Langland, c1375

Piers Plowman / Frontis
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"Langland: Unveiling the Dreamer and Poet of Medieval England" Step into the enchanting world of William Langland, a visionary poet whose words have echoed through the centuries. In his masterpiece "The Vision of Piers Plowman, " written around 1375, Langland takes us on a journey that transcends time and space. Imagine holding in your hands a precious manuscript page from this Middle English poem, adorned with intricate calligraphy and illustrations, and is as if you can almost hear the whispers of medieval scholars poring over its pages. In this dreamlike narrative, Langland introduces us to Piers Plowman, an allegorical figure representing everyman. Through vivid imagery and thought-provoking symbolism, he delves deep into societal issues such as corruption, greed, and religious hypocrisy. As we explore stained glass windows depicting scenes from "Piers Plowman, " we witness how this timeless tale has captured the imagination of artists across generations. From John Gower to contemporary interpretations in Wales' Langland Bay or West Norfolk's PE30 area - it seems that Langland's vision knows no bounds. But who was William Langland? Born around 1330 in England, he remains somewhat enigmatic despite his literary fame. Yet his legacy endures as one of the most significant poets of his time. So let us immerse ourselves in this captivating world where dreams intertwine with reality. Let us follow Langland's footsteps through Swansea SA3 4 Map or delve into manuscripts carefully preserved for centuries. Discover why "The Vision of Piers Plowman" continues to resonate today – reminding us that even amidst chaos and uncertainty, there is hope for redemption and justice. Join us on this extraordinary journey alongside William Langland – poet extraordinaire.