Curious Myths of the Middle Ages by S. Baring-Gould
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"Curious Myths of the Middle Ages" by S. Baring-Gould is a collection of historical accounts that delves into various legends and folklore from the medieval period, written in the late 19th century. The work examines a series of fascinating myths, including figures like the Wandering Jew and Prester John, aiming to uncover the origins and implications of these stories in the historical context. This book appeals to readers interested in history, mythology,
and the cultural narratives that shaped medieval Europe. The opening of the book introduces the myth of the Wandering Jew, a tale that intertwines Christian themes and questions of eternal life and penance. Baring-Gould describes a legendary figure who is condemned to wander the earth until the Second Coming of Christ as punishment for his actions during the Crucifixion. The narrative reflects on the Jew's perpetual suffering and restless journey, supported by illustrations that evoke deep emotional resonance. This initial exploration sets the tone for the subsequent chapters, which promise to unpack more intriguing myths from the Middle Ages and their impact on societal beliefs and morality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Baring-Gould, S. (Sabine), 1834-1924 |
|---|---|
| Title | Curious Myths of the Middle Ages |
| Contents | The wandering Jew -- Prester John -- The divining rod -- The seven sleepers of Ephesus -- William Tell -- The dog Gellert -- Tailed men -- Antichrist and Pope Joan -- The man in the moon -- The mountain of Venus -- Fatality of numbers -- The terrestrial paradise. |
| Credits |
Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Folklore |
| Subject | Tales, Medieval |
| Subject | Legends -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36127 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-36127-7 |
| Release Date | May 17, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1020 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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