Perilous Passages

The Book of Margery Kempe, 1534-1934

Autori

• Julie Chappell

Parametri

Pagine

173pagine

Tempo di lettura

7ore

• Arte / Cultura
• Biografie e pensieri
• Storia
• Storia del mondo
• Sulla letteratura

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The study delves into the unique autobiography of Margery Kempe, exploring her journey as a laywoman, mystic, and visionary. It traces the manuscript's history from a Carthusian monastery, illuminating the complexities of text transmission from the medieval period to contemporary times. Chappell's analysis enhances our understanding of Kempe's work and its significance in the context of historical literature.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2013

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