UID:
almahu_9948647505302882
Format:
1 online resource (xix, 216 pages) :
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digital, PDF file(s).
ISBN:
9781942401148 (ebook)
Series Statement:
CARMEN monographs and studies
Content:
Denmark of the twelfth to thirteenth centuries was a place of transitions, and this volume analyzes that period through the lens of the 'Gesta Danorum' of Saxo Grammaticus and other sources. The 'Gesta' defends not only hierocratic conceptions but the Danish hegemonic project in the Baltic - which was grounded in the crusade movements. Such movements are presented through complex language and imagery about a glorious past brought to bear on the projects in the thirteenth century while internal tensions strengthen the monarchic and ecclesiastical institutions.
Note:
Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 15 Jan 2021).
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Denmark and the Baltic in the thirteenth century -- The work -- Political conceptions -- Euhemerism and the East in Saxo Grammaticus -- Virtues and values in Saxo Grammaticus : the four cardinal virtues -- The thematic of the counsellor -- Conclusion remarks -- Gesta Danorum/List of Abbreviations -- Other primary sources -- Appendix 1: List of the kings in the books I to VIII of the Gesta Danorum -- Appendix 2: Rulers and archbihops of Denmark in relation to the events in Baltic, empire and papacy -- Appendix 3: Genealogy of the Valdemarian kings.
Additional Edition:
Print version: ISBN 9781942401131
Language:
English
URL:
https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/9781942401148/type/BOOK
