Date of Award
Spring 5-5-2022
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
English
First Advisor
Marlene Hennessy
Second Advisor
Janet Neary
Academic Program Adviser
Janet Neary
Abstract
This thesis explores the complexities in the mysticism and literary authority of Margery Kempe as the author of her book. I consider Margery’s struggles for the acceptance of her devotion to Christ in her status as a laywoman in the context of late medieval English spirituality to challenge medieval misogyny.
Recommended Citation
Butryn, Beata A., "Margery Kempe’s Mysticism in the Context of Late Medieval English Spirituality" (2022). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/hc_sas_etds/867