Life in a medieval abbey
Häftad bok. English Heritage. 1999. 64 sidor.
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Tony McAleavy – Life in a Medieval Abbey (English Heritage). Illustrated, accessible guide to monastic life in the Middle Ages.
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This engaging book by Tony McAleavy, a respected historian and educator, opens a window into the daily rhythms of monastic life in the Middle Ages. With clarity and insight, McAleavy explains how abbeys functioned as centres of prayer, learning, and economic activity. He describes the lives of monks and nuns, their routines of worship and work, their role in preserving culture, and the tensions between spiritual ideals and worldly influence.
Published by English Heritage, the book combines accessible scholarship with rich illustrations, making it a valuable resource for history enthusiasts as well as a concise introduction for newcomers to medieval studies.
Förlagsfakta
- ISBN
- 9781850745921
- Titel
- Life in a medieval abbey
- Författare
- McAleavy, Tony
- Utgivningsår
- 1999
- Omfång
- 64 sidor
- Bandtyp
- PBK
- Språk
- English
