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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive analysis of a fragmentary Anglo-Saxon poem known as "The Harrowing of Christ," or "Die HOllenfahrt Christi" in German. The author examines the poem's sources, language, and structure, contextualizing it within the broader literary and historical landscape of early medieval England. Through meticulous analysis, the book sheds light on the poem's central themes, including the descent of Christ into Hell, the redemption of the righteous, and the ultimate triumph of good over evil. The author provides a nuanced understanding of the poem's theological underpinnings, exploring its relationship to the Gospel accounts, the Evangelium Nicodemi, and other early Christian texts. This book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Anglo-Saxon literature, offering a deeper appreciation of this enigmatic and evocative work. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282600228_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282600228
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