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Julian of Norwich is among the most intriguing religious visionaries in Christian history. Carefully edited for the undergraduate reader, this Norton Critical Edition includes an informed introduction, focusing on Julians theology and preparing students to understand the complex, controversial themes of the text, particularly Julians solution to the problem of evil in Revelation XIII and XIV. Paragraph divisions have been organized to emphasize the thematic units of each chapter, and the sentences have been punctuated for clarity.The text included is a Middle English edition, based on the Paris manuscript (15801650) of the long text, with language akin to Chaucers and therefore more accessible than other Middle English editions.'Contexts' includes contemporary texts that help students better understand Julians originality, including selections from works by Margery Kempe, Augustine, Aelred of Rievaulx, and Walter Hilton.'Criticism' brings together interpretations that address the themes and style of the Showings by Sandra McEntire, Lynn Staley, B. A. Windeatt, and David Aers, among others.A Selected Bibliography is also included.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Showings of Julian of Norwich'? A: The book focuses on the theological insights of Julian of Norwich, exploring her unique perspectives on the problem of evil and other complex themes presented in her revelations.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for undergraduate students? A: Yes, this Norton Critical Edition is specifically edited for undergraduate readers, with an informed introduction and organized text to aid comprehension.
- Q: What type of language is used in the text? A: The text is presented in a Middle English edition, which is based on the Paris manuscript and employs language similar to that of Chaucer, making it more accessible than other Middle English editions.
- Q: What additional content does this edition provide? A: This edition includes contemporary texts in the 'Contexts' section, as well as critical interpretations in the 'Criticism' section, enriching the reader's understanding of Julian's work.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 248 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Who is the author of this edition? A: The author of the original text is Julian of Norwich.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This Norton Critical Edition was published on October 4, 2004.
- Q: Is there a bibliography included in this edition? A: Yes, a selected bibliography is included to guide further reading and research.