Poetics of the Incarnation: Middle English Writing and the Leap of Love by Cristina Maria Cervone (original) (raw)
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Cristina Maria Cervone's "Poetics of the Incarnation: Middle English Writing and the Leap of Love" examines the interplay between Middle English literature and the theological implications of incarnation and love. The work offers a critical analysis of various texts, exploring how the concept of incarnation influenced literary representations and the author's exploration of love as a central motif. Cervone's study provides valuable insights into the cultural and religious contexts of the Middle Ages, revealing how literary forms engaged with theological discourse.
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