Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into a collection of early Middle Irish poems attributed to Oengus the Culdee, a ninth-century Irish monk. However, the poems themselves reveal a later origin, likely composed sometime after the tenth century. The poems explore a range of themes, including the creation of the universe, the penance of Adam and Eve, and the death of Adam. Drawing heavily on biblical narratives and early Irish mythology, the poems offer a unique window into the religious and cultural landscape of medieval Ireland. Through vivid imagery and intricate verse, the author grapples with complex theological concepts such as sin, forgiveness, and the afterlife. The poems also offer insights into contemporary beliefs about the natural world, cosmology, and the angelic hierarchy. Ultimately, this collection of poems provides a valuable resource for understanding the development of Irish literature and religious thought during the Middle Ages. 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 9781527889255_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781527889255
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781527889255
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)