Isbn: 9780243892167 - the register of st. augustine's abbey, canterbury, commonly called the black book, vol. 2 (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating journey through the tapestry of St. Augustine's Abbey, an influential medieval monastery in Canterbury. The author meticulously weaves together a wealth of records from the abbey's archives to provide an intimate glimpse into the lives, customs, and challenges of its inhabitants. Within this rich historical context, the book explores the abbey's complex relationship with the surrounding community, examining its role as a landowner, employer, and spiritual center. As it traces the abbey's evolution over centuries, the work illuminates the interplay between religious ideals and economic realities, shedding light on the complex forces that shaped medieval society. Delving into the abbey's spiritual life, the author explores the practices, beliefs, and controversies that animated this monastic community. Through the voices of the monks themselves, as revealed in their charters and correspondence, the reader gains insights into their daily routines, hopes, and struggles. Ultimately, this book not only reconstructs the history of a specific institution but also provides a lens through which to understand the broader landscape of medieval England. Its vivid portrayal of St. Augustine's Abbey illuminates the intricate interplay of religious, economic, and social forces that defined this transformative era. 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.…