The development of Margery Kempe's 'maner of leuyng' : an interplay of oral and literate practices

This thesis examines Margery Kempe's construction of her 'maner of leuyng', as it shifts back and forth between oral and literate cultures. Her devotional biography involves seeking advice, inspiration and support from literate men, and enclosed women of religion, both through verbal...

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Main Author: Tuck, Lawrence
Published: University of Kent 2013
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.633697