William Langland

13th-century English poet and writer

William Langland was an English poet of the 14th century, best known for his poem Piers Plowman. Little is known about his life, but Piers Plowman is considered one of the greatest works of Middle English literature. Langland's poem is an allegory that explores themes of faith, morality, and social justice. It is still widely studied and admired today for its complex language and profound insights into the human cond...