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The Doctrine of Compunction in Medieval England

The Doctrine of Compunction in Medieval England Holy Tears

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Publisher's Synopsis

Discussing the background of the doctrine of compunction, this work examines the meaning of the term as drawn from the fathers, its meaning in Old English, its meaning in Middle English, and its use in medieval literature, especially in the work of Piers Plowman.

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ISBN: 9780889462250
Publisher: Edwin Mellen
Imprint: Edwin Mellen
Pub date:
DEWEY: 234.5
DEWEY edition: 20
Number of pages: 200
Weight: 476g
Height: 240mm
Width: 171mm
Spine width: 19mm