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Epitaph for an Era: Politics and Rhetoric in the Carolingian World

SKU: 9781107014312

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Delve into the compelling politics and persuasive rhetoric of the Carolingian World. Mayke de Jong’s absorbing study meticulously unpacks Radbert’s ‘Epitaphium Arsenii,’ revealing Abbot Wala’s pivotal role during Emperor Louis the Pious’s era. Explore the strategic use of hindsight and the articulation of public good in the mid-ninth century. This essential work is perfect for students and scholars of medieval European history, offering deep insights into a foundational period of Western political thought.

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