This classic translation of the correspondence of Bernard is reprinted with a new introduction which takes into account the wealth of scholarship which has appeared in the last forty years. Professor Kienzle discusses the translation of medieval and monastic letter-writing and provides a new chronology and select bibliography.
First published in 1953, James' translation set the standard for readability, accuracy, and verve; 'it is difficult to see how his translation can be improved' 'David N. Bell
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This classic translation of the correspondence of Bernard is reprinted with a new introduction which takes into account the wealth of scholarship which has appeared in the last forty years. Professor Kienzle discusses the translation of medieval and monastic letter-writing and provides a new chronology and select bibliography.
First published in 1953, James' translation set the standard for readability, accuracy, and verve; 'it is difficult to see how his translation can be improved' 'David N. Bell
Imprint | Liturgical Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Series | Cistercian Fathers Series, 62 |
Release date | February 2003 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | February 2003 |
Translators | Bruno Scott James |
Introduction by | Beverly Mayne Kienzle |
Dimensions | 229 x 152 x 46mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback - Trade |
Pages | 544 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-87907-162-2 |
Barcode | 9780879071622 |
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LSN | 0-87907-162-1 |