The World of Gregory of Tours |
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| Editor:
| Mitchell,
Wood, |
| Series title: | Cultures, Beliefs and Traditions: Medieval and Early Modern Peoples Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-90-04-11034-2 |
| Publication Date: | Jun 2002 |
| Publisher: | BRILL
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $160.00 |
Book Description:
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This volume evaluates the life, works and world of Gregory of Tours, the 6th-century bishop who wrote the History of the Franks. His political dimension and cultural context is discussed, not only as a representative of his age, but also as an exceptional person. The book offers an up-to-date assessment of Merovingian culture, history and religion.
This volume evaluates the life, works and world of Gregory of Tours, the 6th-century bishop who wrote the History of the Franks. His political dimension and cultural context is discussed, not only as a representative of his age, but also as an exceptional person. The book offers an up-to-date assessment of Merovingian culture, history and religion.