The cult of St. Edward the Confessor, 1066-1399

The purpose of this thesis is to determine the popularity of the cult of Edward the Confessor during the period 1066-1399. The first chapter examines the history behind Edward's canonisation. Two elements make it noteworthy: it was the first papal canonisation of an Englishman, and it required...

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Main Authors: O'Brien, E, O'Brien, Emily
Other Authors: Garnett, G
Format: Thesis
Language:English
Published: 2001
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