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The Dedalus book of medieval literature : the grin of the gargoyle

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Brian Murdoch provides an alternative view of the Middle Ages, showing the anarchy and decadence which lurked below the surface of a devout and conformist society. The grinning gargoyle, which mocked the solemnity of Gothic cathedrals, symbolises the violence, depravity and irreverence inherent in man which could not be suppressed by the church.

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The Dedalus book of medieval literature : the grin of the gargoyle, Brian Murdoch

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1995
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Titre
The Dedalus book of medieval literature : the grin of the gargoyle
Langue
Anglais
Éditeur
Dedalus
Publié
1995
Format
souple
Pages
288
ISBN10
187398202x
ISBN13
9781873982020
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Brian Murdoch provides an alternative view of the Middle Ages, showing the anarchy and decadence which lurked below the surface of a devout and conformist society. The grinning gargoyle, which mocked the solemnity of Gothic cathedrals, symbolises the violence, depravity and irreverence inherent in man which could not be suppressed by the church.