The Discarded Image: An Introduction to Medieval and Renaissance Literature (Canto Classics)
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The Discarded Image: An Introduction to Medieval and Renaissance Li...
Book Details
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Author: C. S. Lewis
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Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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Language: English
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Edition: Reprint
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ISBN: 8601406526129
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Pages: 242
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Cover: Paperback
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Release Date: 29-03-2012
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Package Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.4 x 0.9 inches
About the Book
C. S. Lewis's The Discarded Image provides a lucid and insightful exploration of the medieval worldview, offering readers a comprehensive historical and cultural backdrop to the literature of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. As Lewis's final work, this book is considered a fitting tribute to his scholarly legacy, praised as "the final memorial to the work of a great scholar and teacher and a wise and noble mind."
In this masterpiece, Lewis carefully paints a detailed picture of medieval thought, illustrating how it influenced the great works of literature and culture that shaped Western history. His accessible style makes complex ideas in philosophy, science, and literature clear to readers, enriching their understanding of the era.
This reprint edition brings the work back to life for a new generation of readers, ensuring its place as a cornerstone for those studying medieval and Renaissance literature. A must-read for fans of C. S. Lewis, scholars of medieval thought, and those interested in the development of Western intellectual traditions.
