Peter Travis (medieval scholar)

Peter Travis is a medieval literary scholar specializing in late medieval English literature, particularly the works of Geoffrey Chaucer and William Langland. His research focuses on the intersection of religious, political, and social thought in the period, with a particular emphasis on the role of allegory, irony, and social critique in shaping literary meaning.

Travis is known for his work on Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, exploring its complex engagement with issues of pilgrimage, social class, and moral authority. He has also written extensively on Langland's Piers Plowman, examining its radical social and religious vision within the context of 14th-century England. His scholarship often emphasizes the ways in which these texts reflect and challenge the dominant ideologies of their time.

Travis’s scholarship has contributed to a broader understanding of the intellectual and cultural landscape of late medieval England, particularly regarding the interplay between literature, theology, and social justice. His work is recognized for its close attention to textual detail and its sophisticated engagement with theoretical approaches.