Description
This impressive volume presents a thorough examination of all aspects of physical impairment and disability in medieval Europe. Examining a popular era that is of great interest to many historians and researchers, Irene Metzler presents a theoretical framework of disability and explores key areas such as:
- medieval theoretical concepts
- theology and natural philosophy
- notions of the physical body
- medical theory and practice.
Bringing into play the modern day implications of medieval thought on the issue, this is a fascinating and informative addition to the research studies of medieval history, history of medicine and disability studies scholars the English-speaking world over.
Author: Irina Metzler
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 07/09/2010
Pages: 356
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.12lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.75d
ISBN13: 9780415582049
ISBN10: 0415582040
BISAC Categories:
- Social Science | Sociology | General
- Education | Teaching | Subjects | Arts & Humanities
- History | Europe | Medieval
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