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Editorial Introduction
by Jane Grogan and Andrew Hadfield

This issue of The Spenser Review, the penultimate one we will oversee, contains a wide variety of important and challenging material. We are delighted to have Nigel Smith’s essay on Spenser and the poetry of the Dutch Republic, which helps us further understand the European context in which Spenser worked and published. The essay forms part of a larger project, which will demonstrate the connections between European and British authors in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Smith’s essay can be read productively alongside Melissa Rack’s exploration of Spenser’s interest in Neo-Latin poetry, developing the links that were established by Lee Piepho early this century and demonstrating that we need to integrate the traditions of early modern poetry carefully. We also feature Deirdre Nic Chárthaigh on the significance of resituating Spenser in an Irish context, outlining the work undertaken on the MACMORRIS Project and other ventures, which will force scholars to rethink Spenser’s relationship to Ireland, his understanding of Irish poetry, and his relationship to the island where he made his home.

For those unable to travel, we are not only able to publish the Rack and Nic Charthaigh papers, but also able to bring you three more contributions from the array of excellent Spenser-related papers at the 2022 RSA in Dublin. These are all from all from a fascinating session on ‘Spenser and Hospitality’: Katherine Blankenau outlines the significance of the porter in Spenser’s poetry; Archie Cornish looks at the relationship between hospitality and allegory; and Owen Kane explores the complicated interaction between ideas of hospitality and decorum in literature and life.

The edition contains the usual selection of varied and excellent reviews from those in the Spenser community, from a major new study of literary imitation to an exploration of the significance of swooning in literature; from the retelling of the Arthurian legends to a detailed study of the Cathedral Precinct of St. Paul’s Cathedral. Also included are the minutes from the 2022 International Spenser Society Annual General Meeting.

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  • level devil 8 months, 1 week ago

    This issue sounds really interesting! I’ve always found Spenser’s connections to other European writers fascinating, so I’m excited to read Nigel Smith’s essay on the Dutch Republic.

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  • coreball 7 months, 2 weeks ago

    Each release is truly a pleasure to experience. Enjoy learning together and having objective assessments to approach Spenser's works. The achievements and research leave a lot of value for everyone to explore.

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  • geometry dash 1 month ago

    This Spenser Review edition offers a compelling read, connecting Spenser to broader European and Irish contexts. Smith's insights into the Dutch Republic echo the complexities you might find navigating the levels of Geometry Dash. Rack's analysis of Neo-Latin poetry, building on Piepho's work, is like mastering a difficult game mode. Nic Chárthaigh's Irish perspective reshapes our understanding, a total level reset! The RSA Dublin papers on hospitality further enrich this issue.

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  • Bitlife 1 month ago

    This Spenser Review edition offers diverse insights, from Spenser's European context to his Irish connections. Nigel Smith explores Dutch Republic poetry's influence, while Melissa Rack highlights Neo-Latin links.

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    This Spenser Review edition offers insightful pieces, like Nigel Smith's look at Spenser and Dutch poetry, revealing broader European influences. Melissa Rack builds on early work, linking Spenser to Neo-Latin verse. Deirdre Nic Chárthaigh relocates Spenser within Ireland, challenging existing views. It's like unlocking a hidden level in Fnaf, revealing deeper layers of meaning we hadn't seen before.

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    This collection offers fresh perspectives on Spenser and his contemporaries. Rack's work complements Smith's essay, building on previous research to highlight the integration of early modern poetry traditions. Nic Chárthaigh's analysis recontextualizes Spenser within an Irish setting, prompting a reevaluation of his relationship with Ireland. It's like rediscovering a classic, much like when Pacman 30th Anniversary came out, revealing hidden depths. Blankenau explores the symbolic significance of the porter in Spenser's poetry.

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  • Slope game 1 week ago

    This sounds like a fascinating project showcasing the ties between European and British authors. I'm particularly intrigued by the papers re-evaluating Spenser's Irish context. It's great you're making these resources accessible, even for those who can't attend in person. Sometimes navigating complex scholarly work feels like trying to master Slope Game – a real test of skill and focus! I look forward to diving into these contributions.

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Jane Grogan and Andrew Hadfield, "Editorial Introduction," Spenser Review 52.2.1 (Spring-Summer 2022). Accessed April 26th, 2025.
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