Notes and Queries, Vol. 4: A Medium of Intercommunication for Literary Men, General Readers, Etc.; July-December 1881 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Unknown Author

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331391368 ISBN 13: 9780331391367

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

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.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331391368
• ISBN 13: 9780331391367
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 708