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This impressive volume presents the first thorough examination of all aspects of physical impairment and disability in medieval Europe. Examining a popular era that is of great interest to many historians and researchers, Irene Metzler presents a theoretical framework of disability and explores the key areas of: * medieval theoretical concepts * theology and natural philosophy * notions of the physical body * medical theory and practice. Bringing into play the modern day implications of medieval thought on the issue, this is a fascinating and informative addition to the research studies of medieval history, history of medicine and disability studies scholars the English-speaking world over.
Note Editore
This impressive volume presents a thorough examination of all aspects of physical impairment and disability in medieval Europe. Examining a popular era that is of great interest to many historians and researchers, Irene Metzler presents a theoretical framework of disability and explores key areas such as: medieval theoretical concepts theology and natural philosophy notions of the physical body medical theory and practice. Bringing into play the modern day implications of medieval thought on the issue, this is a fascinating and informative addition to the research studies of medieval history, history of medicine and disability studies scholars the English-speaking world over.
Sommario
1. Introduction 2. The Theoretical Framework of Disability 3. Medieval Theoretical Concepts of the (Impaired) Body 4. Impairment in Medieval Medicine and Natural Philosophy 5. Medieval Miracles and Impairment 6. Conclusion
Autore
Irina Metzler
Altre Informazioni
ISBN:
9780415365031
Condizione: Nuovo
Collana: Routledge Studies in Medieval Religion and Culture
Dimensioni: 9.25 x 6.25 in Ø 1.50 lb
Formato: Copertina rigida
Illustration Notes:2 tables and 1 line drawing
Pagine Arabe: 366
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