Dr. Julie Kerr is an Honorary Research Fellow in the Department of Medieval History at the University of St Andrews. Her research centres on monasticism in England.
Danny is happy working at Belle Vue Zoo. But then the animals start escaping
and, as a former street urchin and pickpocket, suspicion falls on him. Now, he
must untangle the mystery of the great animal escapade in order to clear his
name.
A full and comprehensive survey of the development of the Cistercian Order
which emerged from the tumultuous intellectual and religious fervour of the
eleventh and twelfth centuries.
The book delves into the hospitality practices of medieval monasteries, highlighting how guests were received and cared for. It examines the administrative and financial structures that supported this hospitality, as well as the spiritual significance of welcoming visitors. Through detailed exploration, it reveals the broader implications of guest care on monastic life and community relationships during the medieval period.
Domestic Violence: Tragedy and Hope WALK A MILE IN HER SHOES: Beginning with a discussion of the magnitude of the problem of domestic violence, the authors present a fictional narrative of "Suzanne," whose relationship with her intimate partner dissolves into abuse and violence, both physical and emotional. What follows is expert commentary on her story by law enforcement, a judge and former district attorney, victim advocate, therapist, and survivor, which provide a unique exploration of the tragedy of abuse and potential means by which it can be addressed. The main theme of the book is the tendency to "blame the victim" for staying in an abusive relationship and the need to understand why leaving can be so difficult and dangerous.
Written by a leading historian of medieval European monasticism and the
Cistercian Order in particular, this book is designed to introduce readers to
the everyday life of a Cistercian monastery such as Strata Florida. It guides
us through the monks' daily routine of prayer and worship, manual labour, and
devotional reading.
Professor Janet Burton is one of the main historians of medieval European
monasticism, and a specialist on the history of the Cistercian Order. Her aim
in this book is to present everyday life in a Cistercian monastery such as
Ystrad Fflur. The reader is led through the monks' daily routine from prayer
and worship, manual labour and devotional...