The Cult of Saint Katherine of Alexandria in Late-Medieval Nuremberg

Saint and the City

Autori

• Anne Simon

Parametri

• 336 pagine
• 12 ore di lettura

• Economia e affari
• Esoterismo e religione
• Scienze sociali
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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Focusing on the cult of Saint Katherine of Alexandria in medieval Germany, this book explores her significance through a case study of Nuremberg. It delves into the diverse expressions of her cult, including literature, art, and devotional practices, while examining the roles of Patrician patronage and political strategy. The author analyzes how these elements interacted to influence both Patrician and civic identity, shedding light on the cultural and religious landscape of the time.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2012

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