This book investigates the complex relationship between divine inspiration and human authorship in medieval English literature. Hayes examines how writers in this period conceived of and represented the voice of God in their works, exploring the theological and literary implications of this concept. The study draws on a range of texts to demonstrate the varied ways in which divine ventriloquism was understood and employed.

The book is likely to be of interest to scholars of medieval literature and religious history. Its focus on a specific, nuanced aspect of medieval authorship suggests a scholarly and analytical approach. The subject matter points to a text that engages deeply with primary sources and offers detailed textual analysis.