Shadows of Mary: Understanding Images of the Virgin Mary in Medieval Texts

by Teresa P. Reed

Book Overview

An examination of images of the Virgin Mary in medieval theological, philosophical and literary texts. It shows how the figure of Mary influences the depiction of female characters in sacred writing, and considers key issues in Western thinking about women, Christianity and domestic culture.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0708317979
• ISBN13: 9780708317976
• Release Date: August 2003
• Publisher: University of Wales Press
• Length: 171 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"