The Color of Melancholy

The Color of Melancholy
Author: Jacqueline Cerquiglini-Toulet
Publisher: JHU Press
Total Pages: 240
Release: 1997
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780801853814

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In the 14th century, beset by wars, plague, famine, and social unrest, French writers saw themselves in the winter of literature, a time for retreat into reflection. Yet, in the midst of their troubles, as this extraordinary study reveals, large number of Latin texts were translated into French, opening up new areas of thought and literary exploration. 8 color illustrations.


The Color of Melancholy
Language: en
Pages: 240
Authors: Jacqueline Cerquiglini-Toulet
Categories: History
Type: BOOK - Published: 1997 - Publisher: JHU Press

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