Almond, Philip C.
Mary Magdalene: A Cultural History
- ISBN 13:
- 9781009221696
- author:
- Almond, Philip C.
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 386
- Dimensions:
- 21.4 x 13.4 x 1.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Religion, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Philip Almond's new book offers a fresh perspective on Mary Magdalene, one of Christianity's most enduring and complex figures. By exploring the many narratives that have shaped her story over the past two millennia, Almond sheds light on the diverse ways in which she has been imagined and reimagined.
From her association with sin and redemption to her role as a symbol of feminine power, Almond expertly disentangles the various threads of history and myth that have contributed to our understanding of Mary Magdalene. This absorbing book brings new insights to its subject, revealing a rich tapestry of meanings and interpretations.
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