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The transcripts seem to have been made about 1650 by one person, who often grew so weary of his labor as to write without due regard to the meaning of his copy.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the allegorical medieval poem 'Death and Life' through the lens of literary history and theology. Death and Life personifies a profound clash between the life force and the inevitability of death, themes that were prevalent during the Middle Ages. It examines how the poem fits into the tradition of the mediaeval debate, a popular genre that presented opposing viewpoints through allegorical characters. The author delves into the poem's intertextual relationship with Piers Plowman, arguing that the author of 'Death and Life' borrowed elements from the earlier work. The analysis extends to the poem's theological undertones, particularly the triumph of everlasting life over physical death, as seen through the symbolism of Christ's crucifixion and harrowing of hell. The book sheds light on the poem's unique blend of pagan and Christian beliefs, resulting in a fascinating exploration of the human experience of mortality and the enduring hope for eternal life. 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 9781333185978_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333185978
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