Justice and the Social Context of Early Middle High German Literature

by Robert G. Sullivan

Overview

This book argues that far from preaching traditional, otherworldly ideals, the authors or these religious works were deeply engaged in the social, political, and spiritual issues that characterized the Holy Roman Empire at a time of radical transformation.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781138973947
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	07/21/2016
Series:	Studies in Medieval History and Culture , #5
Pages:	204
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Robert G. Sullivan teaches at the University of Massachusettes at Amherst.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents Introduction: The Historical Context of Early Middle High German Literature 1. Early Middle High German Reht 2. Iustita and Ordo 3. The Practice of Justice 4. Conclusion Bibliography

Editorial Reviews

"A welcome addition to a relatively new, broadly conceived series of medieval "monographs by scholars in the early stages of their careers"." — Ipeculum April 2003

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