Monasticism in late medieval England, c.1300-1535 / selected sources translated and annotated with an introduction by Martin Heale
2009, 1st edition. Manchester : Manchester University Press. Near fine copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine bands and panel edges very slightly dust-toned as with age. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Item #408909
Physical description; (xiv, 248 pages). Notes; Includes bibliographical references (pages 236-244) and index. Contents; Introduction: Monasticism in late medieval England, c. 1300-1535 -- The essence of the monastic life : the Benedictine Rule -- Recruitment and economy -- Everyday life and administration -- Buildings and adornment -- Reform and visitation -- Liturgy and spirituality -- Learning -- Monastic foundation and suppression in the later Middle Ages -- Patronage -- The religious services of late medieval monasteries -- The social services of late medieval monasteries -- Relations with lay neighbours -- Criticism of the monastic life -- Monasteries and the Crown. Subjects; 600-1500. Monasticism and religious orders England History Middle Ages, 600-1500 ; Sources. Monastic and religious life England History ; Sources. RELIGION Institutions & Organizations. HISTORY Medieval. Monasticism and religious orders Middle Ages. Monastic and religious life -- England -- History -- Middle Ages, 600-1500 -- Sources. Monasticism and religious orders History Middle Ages, 600-1500 England ; Sources. Monastic and religious life History Middle Ages, 600-1500 England ; Sources. Religion. Philosophy & Religion. Christianity.
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