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Monastic and Social Life in the Twelfth Century, As Exemplified in the Chronicles of Jocelin of Brakelond From A.D. Mclxxiii to Mcii

Monastic and Social Life in the Twelfth Century, As Exemplified in the Chronicles of Jocelin of Brakelond From A.D. Mclxxiii to Mcii

Jocelin

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Biographies GeneralMedieval & Renaissance HistoryGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1141363844
ISBN13: 9781141363841
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Jan 1 2010
Pages: 82
Weight: 0.28
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Monastic and Social Life in the Twelfth Century, As Exemplified in the Chronicles of Jocelin of Brakelond From A.D. Mclxxiii to Mcii offers a fascinating glimpse into medieval England through the eyes of a Benedictine monk. Jocelin's chronicle provides a detailed account of daily life within the monastery of Bury St Edmunds, capturing the social dynamics, religious practices, and administrative challenges of the time.

Readers will discover the intricate workings of a monastic community, the relationships between monks and their superiors, and the interactions between the monastery and the surrounding secular world. Jocelin's observations provide invaluable insights into the social customs, economic conditions, and religious beliefs that shaped twelfth-century England. This historical document offers a compelling narrative and a unique perspective on a pivotal era in European history.

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