Quotes by William Langland

William Langland was a 14th-century English poet, best known for his allegorical narrative poem Piers Plowman, one of the most significant works of Middle English literature. Though details about his life remain scarce and somewhat speculative, scholars generally agree that he was born around 1330 and likely lived until about 1386. Langland is believed to have been educated in the church, possibly trained as a cleric, though he may never have been ordained.

His intimate knowledge of theology, scripture, and the workings of the medieval Church is evident in his writing. Piers Plowman reflects deep religious and social concerns of his time, addressing themes such as corruption within the Church, the quest for a true Christian life, and the moral failings of society.