Were Spenser's works controversial in his time?
Yes
No
Some of them
Only The Faerie Queene
Answer
Spenser's works were not controversial in his time because they were in line with the political and religious views of the Elizabethan court. His work was seen as a celebration of English nationalism and a defense of the established church. While some critics did find fault with his work, it was generally well-received and he was awarded a knighthood by Queen Elizabeth I.
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