Honegger, Thomas

Introducing the Medieval Dragon

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ISBN 13:
9781786834683
author:
Honegger, Thomas
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
University of Wales Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
144
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 centimetres
Genre:
History, Medieval, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:
New
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Description

The medieval dragon has long been a figure of fascination and fear. In medieval imagination, dragons were not just monstrous creatures, but also symbols with deeper meanings. Thomas Honegger explores the characteristics of the dragon in medieval writings, visual imagery, and other depictions to reveal its social value. Through insightful study, he presents new interpretations of religious and literary works to shed light on the multifaceted views of these mythic beasts. The figure of the dragon has endured, appearing in various forms throughout history, from ancient myths to modern popular culture.

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