ISBN:
9781138601260
Language:
English
Pages:
vii, 187 Seiten
Edition:
First edition
Uniform Title:
Urbanus magnus
Parallel Title:
Erscheint auch als
DDC:
390.0942/09021
Keywords:
Daniel
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Daniel
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Urbanus magnus
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Interpersonal relations History To 1500
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Latin literature, Medieval and modern History and criticism
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Manners and customs in literature
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Latin poetry, Medieval and modern Translations into English
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England Social life and customs 1066-1485
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England Moral conditions
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Daniel Becclesiensis ca. 1180 Urbanus magnus
Abstract:
"A translation of The Book of the Civilised Man by Daniel of Beccles brings to light the social and cultural life of medieval people in the twelfth and thirteenth century through a previously little-known text. Known in Latin as Urbanus magnus, it is a complex and illuminating text which covers an array of topics related to social mores in the Middle Ages, including: how to be a good and moral citizen, how to dine courteously, how to maintain standards of hygiene, how to regulate your diet, and how to run your household. Often described as one of the earliest 'courtesy texts', this translation will reveal a text which cannot be easily categorised in any genre but is relevant widely for anyone with an interest in medieval life. An expansive text of enormous breadth, this translation will provide scholars new insight in areas such as social hierarchy, citizenship, morality, friendship, family ties, household administration, food consumption, standards of etiquette, and much more."
Note:
"A commentary accompanies the text, to support the reader in understanding its intricacies and challenges" - Introduction. - Includes bibliographical references and index
