Visions in Late Medieval England
Author | : Gwenfair Walters Adams |
Publisher | : BRILL |
Total Pages | : 303 |
Release | : 2007 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789004156067 |
ISBN-13 | : 9004156062 |
Rating | : 4/5 (67 Downloads) |
Download or read book Visions in Late Medieval England written by Gwenfair Walters Adams and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2007 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume is the first to explore the breadth of vision types in late medieval English lay spirituality. Analyzing 1000+ accounts, it proposes that visions buttressed five core dynamics (relating to purgatory, saints, demons, sacramental faith, and the Church's authority).