'Charms', Liturgies, and Secret Rites in Early Medieval England

by Ciaran Arthur

Book Overview

A re-evaluation of the mysterious charms found in Anglo-Saxon literature, arguing for their place in mainstream Christian rites.

Since its inception in the nineteenth century, the genre of Anglo-Saxon charms has drawn the attention of many scholars and appealed to enthusiasts of magic, paganism, and popular religion. Their Christian nature has been widely acknowledged in recent years, but their position within mainstream liturgical traditions...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1837650284
• ISBN13: 9781837650286
• Release Date: May 2023
• Publisher: Boydell Press
• Length: 262 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"