Jerome's letters constitute one of the most notable collections in Latin literature. They are an essential source for our knowledge of Christian life in the fourth-fifth centuries; they also provide insight into one of the most striking and complex personalities of the time. Seven of the eighteen letters in this selection deal with a primary interest of Jerome's: the morals and proper role of women. The most famous letter here fervently extols virginity.
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Jerome's letters constitute one of the most notable collections in Latin literature. They are an essential source for our knowledge of Christian life in the fourth-fifth centuries; they also provide insight into one of the most striking and complex personalities of the time. Seven of the eighteen letters in this selection deal with a primary interest of Jerome's: the morals and proper role of women. The most famous letter here fervently extols virginity.
Imprint | Harvard University Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Series | Loeb Classical Library |
Release date | 1933 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | 1933 |
Authors | Jerome |
Translators | F.A. Wright |
Dimensions | 162 x 108 x 27mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover |
Pages | 528 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-674-99288-7 |
Barcode | 9780674992887 |
Languages | value |
Subtitles | value |
Categories | |
LSN | 0-674-99288-1 |