The Passion Play Of Ober-Ammergau: The Great Atonement At Golgotha (1881)

By Mary Frances Drew

Book Overview

""The Passion Play of Ober-Ammergau: The Great Atonement at Golgotha"" is a book written by Mary Frances Drew and published in 1881. The book is a detailed account of the Passion Play, a theatrical performance that takes place in the Bavarian village of Oberammergau every ten years. The play depicts the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and has been performed by the villagers since 1634 as a form of religious devotion and penance. Drew's book provides a comprehensive description of the play, including its history, staging, costumes, and music. She also includes a detailed analysis of the play's themes and symbolism, as well as its impact on the community of Oberammergau and the wider world. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for anyone interested in the history of religious theater or the cultural traditions of Bavaria. Overall, ""The Passion Play of Ober-Ammergau: The Great Atonement at Golgotha"" is a valuable and informative work that sheds light on an important aspect of Christian culture and tradition. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religious theater, the Passion of Christ, or the cultural traditions of Bavaria.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: 1167185900
• ISBN13: 9781167185908
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"