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The Fables Of Odo Of Cheriton
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This Is One Of The First Complete Collections Of Medieval Latin Fables To Appear In Modern English. Odo Of Cheriton (C. 1185 C. 1247) Wrote Sophisticated Fables, Filled With Great Wit And Humor, Yet Highly Moral, Even Didactic, In Keeping With The Age In Which He Livedone Vigorous In Religious, Philosophic, Scientific, And Social Debate And Conflict. Jacobs Translation Of The 117 Fables Makes Them Available To A New Readership At A Time When Interest In Fables, Parables, And Fairy Tales Is Growing. In Addition To The Fables Themselves, Jacobs Has Provided A Substantial Introduction Which Discusses Odo Of Cheritons Life And His 13Thcentury World. As The First Comprehensive Discussion Of Odos Career And Critical Analysis Of The Fables, The Introduction Will Interest Medievalists And A Broad Range Of Readers. Drawing Upon Modern Critical Techniques, Jacobs Sheds New Light On Medieval Narrative And Modes Of Interpretation. He Also Shows How The Moralizing Commentaries Attached To Representative Fables Are Integral To The Fables Narrative Art. The Text Is Illustrated With Seventeen Exceptional Sketches Taken From The Album Of Villard De Honnecourt A Near Contemporary Of Odo. These Drawings Have A Fluid Vitality Which Perfectly Complements The Delightful Narratives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Fables of Odo of Cheriton' about? A: 'The Fables of Odo of Cheriton' is a collection of medieval Latin fables translated into modern English. Written by Odo of Cheriton in the 13th century, the fables are characterized by their wit, humor, and moral lessons, reflecting the philosophical and social debates of the time.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Fables of Odo of Cheriton' is John Jacobs, who has also provided a substantial introduction discussing Odo's life and the context of the 13th century.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'The Fables of Odo of Cheriton' contains 216 pages, making it a substantial yet accessible read.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'The Fables of Odo of Cheriton' is published in paperback binding, offering a flexible and lightweight option for readers.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the introduction provided by John Jacobs offers a critical analysis of Odo's career and the fables themselves, making it suitable for academic study, particularly for those interested in medieval literature.
- Q: What condition is this book in? A: 'The Fables of Odo of Cheriton' is classified as a new book, ensuring that readers receive it in optimal condition.
- Q: Are there illustrations in this book? A: Yes, the book includes seventeen exceptional sketches from the album of Villard de Honnecourt, which complement the narratives of the fables.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Fables of Odo of Cheriton' was published on April 1, 1985.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the category of Medieval literature, focusing on the fables of the medieval period.
- Q: What makes Odo of Cheriton's fables unique? A: Odo of Cheriton's fables are notable for their sophisticated wit and moral lessons, reflecting the rich intellectual environment of the 13th century, making them both entertaining and educational.