1. Jews in East Norse Literature
- Author
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Adams, Jonathan
- Subjects
Middle Ages ,Sweden ,Denmark ,antisemitism ,Christian literature ,vernacular literature ,Literary studies: general ,Literary studies: ancient, classical and medieval ,European history ,Religion: general ,Social groups: religious groups and communities ,Relating to Jewish people and groups - Abstract
This book explores the portrayal of Jews and Judaism in medieval Danish and Swedish literary and visual culture. Drawing on over 100 manuscripts and incunabula as well as runic inscriptions and religious art, the author describes the various, often contradictory, images ranging from antisemitism and anti-Judaism to the elevation of Jews as morally exemplary figures. It includes new editions of 54 East Norse texts with English translations.
- Published
- 2023
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