Fiona Maddocks
Hildegard of Bingen: The Woman of Her Age
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571302437
- author:
- Fiona Maddocks
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.8 x 2.6 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Religious, Christianity,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Hildegard of Bingen: A Woman of Her Age In the turbulent medieval world, Hildegard of Bingen stood out as a woman of extraordinary gifts and forceful character. As a composer, religious leader, poet, naturalist, and writer of medical treatises, she defied conventions and left an indelible mark on history. Her book of apocalyptic visions, Scivias, remains a testament to her unique perspective and vision. Fiona Maddocks draws on Hildegard's prolific writings to paint a vivid portrait of her life, set against the backdrop of crusade, schism, scientific discovery, and cultural revolution. This biography sheds light on a fascinating figure who continues to inspire and captivate us today. With a new preface, Maddocks provides a fitting tribute to an extraordinary woman who has been recognized by the Catholic Church as a Saint and a Doctor of the Church.
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