Angelic Monks and Earthly Men: Monasticism and its Meaning to Medieval Society

by Ludo J. R. Milis

Overview

‘Both authoritative and attractive, this is a most welcome study... a cornucopia of facts and insights....' CHOICE


Professor Milis challenges the accepted view of monasticism as a powerful social influence on medieval life, supporting his case with detailed arguments. ‘A new assessment of the impact of monasticism on medieval society... a notable merit is that it obliges its readers to re-examine the assumptions which may have entered into their own consideration of the monastic role in society and led them to a different conclusion.' ENGLISH HISTORICAL REVIEW [Barbara F. Harvey]

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780851157375
Publisher:	BOYDELL & BREWER INC
Publication date:	04/22/1999
Edition description:	Revised ed.
Pages:	184
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.50(d)