Medieval Popular Religion, 1000-1500: A Reader, Second Edition (Readings in Medieval Civilizations and Cultures)
Explore the vibrant world of medieval popular religion through this curated reader. Edited by John R. Shinners, the second edition presents key primary sources from 1000-1500, revealing how faith shaped everyday life in medieval Europe. Ideal for understanding the spiritual dimensions of historical civilizations and cultures.
About This Book
Medieval Popular Religion, 1000-1500: A Reader, Second Edition, edited by John R. Shinners, is part of the Readings in Medieval Civilizations and Cultures series. It provides a collection of primary sources that illuminate the religious experiences of ordinary people in medieval society.
The book covers the period from 1000 to 1500, focusing on popular religion as practiced by the laity rather than elite theology. These readings draw from diverse documents to reveal how faith was lived out in daily life.
As a second edition, it updates and expands the original selection of texts, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in medieval history and culture.
The reader emphasizes the civilizations and cultures of the Middle Ages, offering context through carefully chosen excerpts that highlight religious devotion, rituals, and beliefs.
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