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Focusing on the cult of Saint Katherine of Alexandria in medieval Germany, this book explores her significance through a case study of Nuremberg. It delves into the diverse expressions of her cult, including literature, art, and devotional practices, while examining the roles of Patrician patronage and political strategy. The author analyzes how these elements interacted to influence both Patrician and civic identity, shedding light on the cultural and religious landscape of the time.
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The Cult of Saint Katherine of Alexandria in Late-Medieval Nuremberg, Anne Simon
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- 2012
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- Title
- The Cult of Saint Katherine of Alexandria in Late-Medieval Nuremberg
- Subtitle
- Saint and the City
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Anne Simon
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Publisher
- 2012
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9781409420712
- Category
- Social sciences, Business and Economics, World history, Esotericism and Religion, Political Science / Politics
- Description
- Focusing on the cult of Saint Katherine of Alexandria in medieval Germany, this book explores her significance through a case study of Nuremberg. It delves into the diverse expressions of her cult, including literature, art, and devotional practices, while examining the roles of Patrician patronage and political strategy. The author analyzes how these elements interacted to influence both Patrician and civic identity, shedding light on the cultural and religious landscape of the time.