ISBN: 9798241068224 - the devil’s bible: codex gigas and the devil’s bible in historical context, cultural interpretation and medieval reality (8 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. The Devil's Bible (Codex Gigas) is the definitive, evidence-led guide to the world's most misunderstood medieval manuscript-written for readers who want facts, context, and clarity, not hype. If you searched for Devil's Bible or Codex Gigas because of the legend, the Devil image, or the book's sheer size, this volume gives you the full story with calm authority and zero sensationalism.Built from a chapter-by-chapter approach that prevents repetition and keeps momentum, this book explains what the Codex Gigas is, how it was made, when and where it likely originated, and-most importantly-what it actually contains. You'll see how scripture, history, law, and medicine could coexist in one monumental volume, and why that combination made practical sense inside a medieval monastery.Inside, you'll discover: The Codex Gigas as a physical object-materials, scale, structure, and what its craftsmanship revealsA clear, itemized breakdown of contents-what's included and how medieval readers used itWhat the Devil's Bible does NOT contain-no spells, rituals, or occult instructions, and why that mattersThe famous Devil illustration-its placement, visual logic, and meaning within medieval symbolismThe monk-and-pact legend-how it formed later, why it spread, and what the evidence supports insteadReal monastic life and labor-what producing a book like this demanded in time, discipline, and resourcesCodex Gigas today-preservation, ownership, display, and what modern culture gets right (and wrong)If you want a serious, readable Devil's Bible book that respects history and leaves you feeling informed-not misled-this is the Codex Gigas reference built to earn confident, satisfied reviews. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. The Devil's Bible (Codex Gigas) is the definitive, evidence-led guide to the world's most misunderstood medieval manuscript-written for readers who want facts, context, and clarity, not hype. If you searched for Devil's Bible or Codex Gigas because of the legend, the Devil image, or the book's sheer size, this volume gives you the full story with calm authority and zero sensationalism.Built from a chapter-by-chapter approach that prevents repetition and keeps momentum, this book explains what the Codex Gigas is, how it was made, when and where it likely originated, and-most importantly-what it actually contains. You'll see how scripture, history, law, and medicine could coexist in one monumental volume, and why that combination made practical sense inside a medieval monastery.Inside, you'll discover: The Codex Gigas as a physical object-materials, scale, structure, and what its craftsmanship revealsA clear, itemized breakdown of contents-what's included and how medieval readers used itWhat the Devil's Bible does NOT contain-no spells, rituals, or occult instructions, and why that mattersThe famous Devil illustration-its placement, visual logic, and meaning within medieval symbolismThe monk-and-pact legend-how it formed later, why it spread, and what the evidence supports insteadReal monastic life and labor-what producing a book like this demanded in time, discipline, and resourcesCodex Gigas today-preservation, ownership, display, and what modern culture gets right (and wrong)If you want a serious, readable Devil's Bible book that respects history and leaves you feeling informed-not misled-this is the Codex Gigas reference built to earn confident, satisfied reviews. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…