Binding words : textual amulets in the Middle Ages / Don C. Skemer.

  • Skemer, Don C.
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[2006], ©2006
  • Books

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University Park, Pa. : Pennsylvania State University Press, [2006], ©2006.

Physical description

viii, 327 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm.

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Includes bibliographical references (p. [311]-322) and index.

Contents

Christian doctrine and practice -- The magical efficacy of words -- Methods of production and use -- General protection and specific benefits -- Textual amulets for women.

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    History of Medicine
    BVG.AA2
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  • 0271027223
  • 9780271027227
  • 0271027231
  • 9780271027234