Expressions Of Religious Thought And Feeling In The Chansons De Geste

By Marianna Gildea

Book Overview

Expressions of Religious Thought and Feeling in the Chansons de Geste is a book written by Marianna Gildea. The book explores the religious themes present in medieval French epic poems known as chansons de geste. The chansons de geste were popular during the 11th to the 14th centuries and were characterized by their heroic and epic narratives. Gildea analyzes the religious elements present in these poems, including the portrayal of God, the use of miracles, and the depiction of saints. She also examines the relationship between religion and the secular world in the chansons de geste, exploring how religious values were intertwined with the societal norms of the time. Through her analysis, Gildea argues that the chansons de geste were not just works of entertainment, but also served as a means of conveying religious beliefs and values to the medieval audience. The book provides a unique perspective on the intersection of religion and literature during the Middle Ages and sheds light on the religious attitudes and beliefs of medieval society. Overall, Expressions of Religious Thought and Feeling in the Chansons de Geste is a valuable resource for scholars and students of medieval literature, religion, and history. It offers a comprehensive analysis of the religious themes present in the chansons de geste and provides insight into the religious and cultural context of medieval France.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432500384
• ISBN13: 9781432500382
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"