Geary, Patrick J.
Living with the Dead in the Middle Ages
- ISBN 13:
- 9780801480980
- author:
- Geary, Patrick J.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cornell University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1994
- Pages:
- 273
- Dimensions:
- 22.6 x 15.4 x 2.2 cm
- Genre:
- HISTORY / Medieval
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Living with the Dead in the Medieval World By Patrick J. Geary In medieval Europe, the dead were not seen as separate from the living, but rather as an integral part of community life. This book explores how the relationships between the living and dead shaped the social, economic, and cultural history of the period. Geary examines various aspects of medieval society, including the role of saints in negotiating disputes and the ways in which ordinary people interacted with relics and rituals. He also considers how the presence of the dead influenced the development of sacred space and the integration of cults into everyday life. Through a collection of twelve essays, Geary sheds new light on the complex relationships between the living and dead in medieval Europe, demonstrating that by considering actions, artifacts, and rituals alongside texts, we can gain a deeper understanding of past societies.
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