The Sacred Space of the Virgin Mary in Medieval Hispanic Literature: from Gonzalo de Berceo to Ambrosio Montesino

Lesley Twomey

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    Abstract

    An examination of typology about place in relation to the Virgin Mary. This book takes a fresh look at some of the seemingly tired images of the Virgin Mary across the medieval and early Golden Age period in Hispanic literatures. It explores the Virgin as a gateway and as a Temple, as a garden and as a fountain, as a scented space, and as a strong defensive place (fortress or castle wall). It also explores her as a home and as a nuptial bedchamber, and sets these images in the context of known liturgical usage in medieval and early modern Spain.
    Original languageEnglish
    Place of PublicationWoodbridge
    PublisherBoydell & Brewer
    Number of pages484
    ISBN (Electronic)9781787443037
    ISBN (Print)9781855663237
    Publication statusPublished - Feb 2019

    Publication series

    NameTamesis Books
    Volume381

    Keywords

    • Monografias A
    • Hispanic Studiesx
    • Hispanic Studies
    • History of Religion
    • Medieval Literature

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