Medieval poetry

Medieval poetry refers to the body of poetic works produced in Europe during the Middle Ages, roughly from the 5th to the late 15th century. This era saw diverse poetic forms and themes, often reflecting chivalry, love, religion, and nature. Notable examples include the epic "Beowulf," courtly love poems from the troubadours, and the divine verses of Dante Alighieri. Poets used rhythm, rhyme, and metaphor to explore human emotion and moral issues, often in a style that could be both ornate and lyrical. Medieval poetry laid important foundations for later literary traditions.