Catherine Rider
Magic and Religion in Medieval England
- ISBN 13:
- 9781780230351
- author:
- Catherine Rider
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Reaktion Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 6.20 (w) x 9.40 (h) x 1.10 (d)
- Genre:
- History of Religion
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The Middle Ages saw a complex interplay between official church doctrine and unofficial magical practices. This period, spanning from 1215 to the Reformation, witnessed the clergy's growing proximity to vernacular forms of magic. Catherine Rider explores how churchmen responded to these emerging practices, drawing up guidelines to distinguish magic from legitimate religion. Her study reveals a fascinating picture of religious life during this time, highlighting the need for improved clerical education and pastoral care. By examining the entanglement of magical practices and the clergy, Magic and Religion in Medieval England provides a nuanced understanding of this pivotal period in English history.
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