Three Temptations: Medieval Man in Search of the World
Language: English
Published by Princeton University Press, 1966
- Hardcover
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xii, 316pp. Sewn-binding in black paper hardcover with dust jacket, gilt lettering to spine. No visible wear. An exceptionally clean, crisp, and unmarked copy.
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- Title
- Three Temptations: Medieval Man in Search of the World
- Author
- Howard, Donald Roy
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Publication year
- 1966
- Condition
- FINE
- Dust jacket
- FINE
- Binding
- Hardcover with Dust Jacket
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0691061327
- ISBN 13
- 9780691061320
- Item weight
- 16 ounces
- Seller catalogs
- History
A study of the medieval idea that defined the "world" as recorded in I John 2:16-the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life. Conflict in Troilus and Criseyde, Piers Plowman, and Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is explored.
Originally published in 1966.
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