
Biblical and Pastoral Poetry
by Alcimus Avitus
Title:
Biblical and Pastoral Poetry
Author:
Alcimus Avitus
Series (if any):
Dumbarton Oaks Medieval Library
Format:
Hardback
Number of pages:
336 pages
Publisher:
Harvard University Press
ISBN-13:
9780674271265
EAN:
9780674271265
Publication Date:
17/05/2022
Classifications:
Ancient, classical and medieval texts
Weight (g):
548
Dimensions (mm):
142 x 210 x 25
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Description
Biblical and Pastoral Poetry was written by Alcimus Avitus, bishop of Vienne, in the late fifth or early sixth century. This volume presents new English translations alongside the Latin texts of the Spiritual History, his most famous work which narrates biblical stories, and verses addressed to his sister, In Consolatory Praise of Chastity.




















