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Focusing on the portrayal of female saints, this interdisciplinary study delves into various medieval texts, offering insights into their representation and significance. Gail Ashton explores the complexities of these figures, highlighting how they challenge and redefine traditional narratives within their historical context. Through her analysis, the book reveals the multifaceted roles of women in medieval spirituality and society.
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The Generation of Identity in Late Medieval Hagiography, Gail Ashton
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- Released
- 2015
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- Title
- The Generation of Identity in Late Medieval Hagiography
- Subtitle
- Speaking the Saint
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Gail Ashton
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Released
- 2015
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 184
- ISBN13
- 9781138867901
- Category
- Compatriot and Exile literature, Maps and Travel, Esotericism and Religion, Political Science / Politics
- Description
- Focusing on the portrayal of female saints, this interdisciplinary study delves into various medieval texts, offering insights into their representation and significance. Gail Ashton explores the complexities of these figures, highlighting how they challenge and redefine traditional narratives within their historical context. Through her analysis, the book reveals the multifaceted roles of women in medieval spirituality and society.