The Book of Margery Kempe (Oxford World's Classics) Book Information:

argery Kempe (c. 1436-8) is the extraordinary account of a medieval wife, mother and mystic. Known as the earliest autobiography written in the English language, Kempe's Book describes the dramatic transformation of its heroine from failed businesswoman and lustful young wife to devout and chaste pilgrim. She vividly describes her prayers and visions, as well as the temptations in daily life to which she succumbed before dedicating herself to her spiritual calling. She travelled to the most holy sites of the medieval world, including Rome and Jerusalem.Salient Features A lively new translation of one of the most important texts of the Middle Ages and the first surviving autobiography in English, with full supporting editorial material. Margery Kempe's Book opens a window into life in the Middle Ages and a distinctive record of popular religion, women's spirituality, travel, pilgrimage practices and the vibrant world of late medieval East Anglia, England and Europe. A highly readable translation for non-specialist and student readers alike that preserves the author's forceful narrative voice. Wide-ranging introduction that discusses Kempe and her status as a woman writer and proto-feminist, the historical context, medieval pilgrimage and travel, audience and reception. Full notes, up-to-date bibliography, chronology showing key moments in the authorship, translation and reception of the text, map of Kempe's travels, glossary and indexes.

• Book Type/Genre :

New Age & Spirituality

• Book Binding :

Paperback

• Language :

English

• Number of Pages :

Page count varies on each edition/reprint

• ISBN - 10 :

• The Book of Margery Kempe (Oxford World's Classics) Published On :

2015

• Resource:

Religion & Spirituality, New Age & Spirituality Book is recommended for Students, Teachers, Graduates, Professionals, and all bibliophiles

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