This book is a comprehensive collection of medieval and early modern funeral monuments throughout England, spanning from the 13th to the 16th century. It provides an intimate glimpse into religious beliefs and social practices surrounding death and the afterlife during this period. The author, a renowned expert in medieval history, meticulously analyzes these monuments as expressions of private and public mourning, funerary propaganda, and the evolving relationship between the living and the dead. The book is richly illustrated with beautiful images of tombs, effigies, brasses, and other funerary artifacts, offering a visual exploration of the elaborate artistic traditions that celebrated the lives and legacies of individuals from various walks of life. This book will undoubtedly resonate with anyone interested in medieval studies, funerary customs, or the intricate cultural and spiritual landscape of medieval England.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive collection of medieval and early modern funeral monuments throughout England, spanning from the 13th to the 16th century. It provides an intimate glimpse into religious beliefs and social practices surrounding death and the afterlife during this period. The author, a renowned expert in medieval history, meticulously analyzes these monuments as expressions of private and public mourning, funerary propaganda, and the evolving relationship between the living and the dead. The book is richly illustrated with beautiful images of tombs, effigies, brasses, and other funerary artifacts, offering a visual exploration of the elaborate artistic traditions that celebrated the lives and legacies of individuals from various walks of life. This book will undoubtedly resonate with anyone interested in medieval studies, funerary customs, or the intricate cultural and spiritual landscape of medieval England. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780260678638_0
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