The Mediaeval Revival (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Arthur Rudman

9780484110716: The Mediaeval Revival (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484110713 ISBN 13: 9780484110716

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Discover medieval culture through the life of St. Francis and the rise of the Franciscan movement.

This scholarly survey examines how Franciscan thought, art, and poetry shaped the revival of medieval Europe. It blends biographical insight with critical discussion of key texts and the debates that surround them, offering readers a clear map of the era’s spiritual and cultural currents.

The book traces the religious and literary influence of Francis and his followers, highlighting the poetry, canticles, and legends that carried the gospel of poverty and renewal. It also surveys major sources and scholarly arguments, helping readers understand how modern views of the saint evolved and why certain works remain essential to Franciscan studies.

Explore how Franciscan poetry and song moved people and reflected spiritual ideals.
Learn about Canticle of the Sun, Canticle of the Furnace, and other works attributed to Francis and Jacopone da Todi.
Navigate the critical debates over primary sources and the value of key biographies and legendaries.
Get guidance on the principal Franciscan classics and how scholars approach medieval religious history.

Ideal for readers of medieval religious history, literary revival, and Franciscan studies.

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