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Ancient & Medieval Literature - Goscelin of St Bertin: The Book of Encouragement and Consolation [Liber Confortatorius] (Library of Medieval Women)

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Book Synopsis: Late eleventh-century spiritual counsel for a woman recluse, anticipating medieval advice literature for anchoresses.Goscelin's Liber Confortatorius is extraordinary both as an example of high-medieval spiritual practice and as a record of a personal relationship. Written in about 1083 by the monk Goscelin to a protegee and personal friend, the recluse Eva, it takes up the tradition of St Jerome's letters of spiritual guidance to women, and anticipates medieval advice literature for anchoresses. As a compendious treatise, it has much to tell us about the intellectual interests and preoccupations of religious people in the late eleventh century. As a personal document, it allows a fascinating and uncommonly intimate insight into the psychology of religious life and the relationships between men and women in the high middle ages. This English translation is presented here with notes and introduction. Monika Otter is Associate Professor of English and Comparative Literature, Dartmouth College.

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Introducing the Goscelin of St Bertin: The Book of Encouragement and Consolation, part of the esteemed Library of Medieval Women collection. Immerse yourself in the late eleventh-century spiritual counsel designed specifically for women recluses. This extraordinary book not only provides valuable insights into high-medieval spiritual practices but also unveils a personal relationship between the revered monk Goscelin and his protegee and friend, the recluse Eva.

Drawing inspiration from St Jerome's letters of spiritual guidance to women, Goscelin's Liber Confortatorius paved the way for medieval advice literature for anchoresses. Uncovering the intellectual interests and preoccupations of devout individuals in the late eleventh century, this compendious treatise offers a deep understanding of religious life during this time period.

What truly sets this book apart is its unmatched intimacy, providing a captivating look into the psychological aspects of religious life and the unique relationships between men and women in the high middle ages. Enrich your understanding of medieval history and deepen your connection to the spiritual world with this remarkable English translation.

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