The Dorothea Legend; Its Earliest Records, Middle English Versions, and Influence on Massinger's Virgin Martyr: A Dissertation Presented to the ... for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy - Couverture souple

Peterson, Joseph Martin

9781333364656: The Dorothea Legend; Its Earliest Records, Middle English Versions, and Influence on Massinger's Virgin Martyr: A Dissertation Presented to the ... for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1333364652
ISBN 13: 9781333364656
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Nombre de pages: 122
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The Dorothea Legend; Its Earliest Records, Middle English Versions

Joseph Martin Peterson

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of saints' lives, exploring the origins and evolution of these popular narratives that captivated audiences for centuries. The author traces the roots of these tales back to pre-Christian prototypes, drawing connections to miraculous stories from biblical and oriental sources. By examining the development of the legends over time, the author demonstrates how the worship of saints, with its accompanying narratives, mirrored the growth of the Christian Church itself. The book focuses specifically on the legend of Saint Dorothea, analyzing its earliest appearances in Latin martyrologies and tracing its journey through various versions, from brief records to fully developed narratives. Through a meticulous examination of Latin texts and their English translations, the author unveils the interplay of influence and adaptation that shaped the legend's enduring appeal. The book illuminates the captivating power of these stories and sheds light on the broader cultural and religious context that shaped their creation and transmission. 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 r�f. du vendeur 9781333364656_0

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