Heloise by Mandy Hager (10 results)

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. An absorbing adult novel from this much-loved writer of YA fiction.What happens when the 12th century's most famous French lovers are caught in the crossfire of factions, religious reform and blind ambition?Heloise is a determined young woman with an exceptional mind, longing to pursue learning rather than marriage or life as a cloistered nun. Her path inevitably crosses with Peter Abelard, the celebrity philosopher, theologian and master at Paris' famed Cathedral School.When two such brilliant minds meet and engage, sparks are likely to ignite. But theirs is an impossible love. This is a time when the Gregorian Reforms are starting to bite and celibacy among the clergy and church officials is being rigorously imposed.Based on meticulous up-to-date research and the pair's own writings, this novel offers a plausible interpretation of the known facts and a vivid imagining of the gaps in this legendary story. It shines a light on a changing world whose attitudes and politics are not so very different from our own. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. What happens when the 12th century's most famous lovers are caught in the crossfire of factions, religious reform and blind ambition? Based on meticulous up-to-date research and the pair's own writings, this novel offers a plausible interpretation of the known facts and a vivid imagining of the gaps in this legendary story. It shines a light on a changing world whose attitudes and politics are not so very different from our own. Clippings from magazines about book pasted to inside cover and first two pages.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. What happens when the 12th century's most famous lovers are caught in the crossfire of factions, religious reform and blind ambition? Based on meticulous up-to-date research and the pair's own writings, this novel offers a plausible interpretation of the known facts and a vivid imagining of the gaps in this legendary story. It shines a light on a changing world whose attitudes and politics are not so very different from our own.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. What happens when the 12th century's most famous lovers are caught in the crossfire of factions, religious reform and blind ambition? Based on meticulous up-to-date research and the pair's own writings, this novel offers a plausible interpretation of the known facts and a vivid imagining of the gaps in this legendary story. It shines a light on a changing world whose attitudes and politics are not so very different from our own.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 384 pages. What happens when the 12th century's most famous French lovers are caught in the crossfire of factions, religious reform and blind ambition? Heloise is a det ermined young woman with an exceptional mind, longing to pursue learning rather than marriage or life as a cloistered nun. Her path inevitably crosses with Pete r Abelard, the celebrity philosopher, theologian and master at Paris' famed Cath edral School. When two such brilliant minds meet and engage, sparks are likely t o ignite. But theirs is an impossible love. This is a time when the Gregorian Re forms are starting to bite and celibacy among the clergy and church officials is being rigorously imposed. Based on meticulous up-to-date research and the pair' s own writings, this novel offers a plausible interpretation of the known facts and a vivid imagining of the gaps in this legendary story. It shines a light on a changing world whose attitudes and politics are not so very different from our own.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. An absorbing adult novel from this much-loved writer of YA fiction.What happens when the 12th century's most famous French lovers are caught in the crossfire of factions, religious reform and blind ambition?Heloise is a determined young woman with an exceptional mind, longing to pursue learning rather than marriage or life as a cloistered nun. Her path inevitably crosses with Peter Abelard, the celebrity philosopher, theologian and master at Paris' famed Cathedral School.When two such brilliant minds meet and engage, sparks are likely to ignite. But theirs is an impossible love. This is a time when the Gregorian Reforms are starting to bite and celibacy among the clergy and church officials is being rigorously imposed.Based on meticulous up-to-date research and the pair's own writings, this novel offers a plausible interpretation of the known facts and a vivid imagining of the gaps in this legendary story. It shines a light on a changing world whose attitudes and politics are not so very different from our own. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

paperback. Condition: New. NEW. SHIPS FROM MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. book.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. large type / large print edition edition. 582 pages. 10.00x7.75x1.32 inches. This item is printed on demand.