Adolescence And Sanctity: The Life And Passion Of Saint William Of Norwich
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2010
Publication Title
Journal Of Religion
Department
English
Abstract
The article presents discussion of the historiography, hagiography and controversy surrounding the life and canonization of Saint William of Norwich, a 12th-century teenager who was allegedly murdered by Jews. Details are given reviewing the historical debate concerning the accuracy of accounts of St. William's death. The written accounts of St. William by Thomas of Monmouth are also analyzed concerning their themes and origins.
Volume
90
Issue
1
pp.
33-62
ISSN
0022-4189
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Citation
Despres, Denise L.. 2010. "Adolescence and Sanctity: The Life and Passion of Saint William of Norwich." Journal Of Religion 90(1): 33-62.
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