Martyrologium Usuardi Monachii... [Latin]

Martyrologium Usuardi Monachii... is a historical text written in Latin by Usuard, a ninth-century Benedictine monk of Saint-Germain-des-Pr s. This martyrology, a comprehensive list of martyrs and other saints venerated by the Christian Church, provides detailed accounts of their lives, feast days, and places of martyrdom. Edited and annotated by Jean Baptiste Sollier, S.I., this edition offers valuable insights into the religious practices and historical memory of the medieval period.

Usuard's work stands as a significant contribution to the study of hagiography and the development of the liturgical calendar. It offers a window into the lives and beliefs of early Christians, chronicling their devotion and sacrifices. This edition is essential for scholars of medieval history, religious studies, and Latin literature, providing a rich resource for understanding the cultural and spiritual landscape of the Middle Ages.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: Latin
• ISBN: 1271518147
• ISBN13: 9781271518142
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 916 Pages
• Weight: 2.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"