Appropriating the Bible in Medieval and Early Modern Cultures.

44th Annual Convention, Northeast Modern Language Association (NeMLA).
March 21-24, 2013.
Boston, Massachusetts.

*Deadline 9/30/12*

During the medieval and early modern periods, the Bible was a source of worship, instruction, and entertainment. This panel invites papers that address ways the Bible was read, misread, adapted, or performed. A variety of approaches and perspectives are welcomed. Topics might include translation and adaptation, Bible illustration, the commentary tradition, biblical exempla, apocryphal narrative, and drama.

Send abstracts up to 300 words with name, affiliation, and contact information to Brandon Hawk or PamelaLongo.

The 2013 NeMLA convention continues the Association's tradition of sharing innovative scholarship in an engaging and generative location. The 44th annual event will be held in historic Boston, Massachusetts, a city known for its national and maritime history, academic facilities and collections, vibrant art, theatre, and food scenes, and blend of architecture. The Convention, located centrally near Boston Commons and the Theatre District at the Hyatt Regency, will include keynote and guest speakers, literary readings, film screenings, tours and workshops.

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