Blood
Reflections on what unites and divides us
(Author) Anthony BaleBlood is something that all humans share: a vital force that courses through our veins - the giver of life. This book gathers together specially commissioned essays from leading scholars which reflect on the religious, historical, and medical dimensions of blood. Written for a broad audience and illustrated with full color illustrations, the essays encompass history, literature, art history, religious studies and medical humanities and explore some of the most challenging issues surrounding blood and ritual. With an introduction by Anthony Bale, David Feldman and Jo Rosenthal, contributors include Marc Michael Epstein, Anthony Bale, David Feldman, Robin Judd, Sander Gilman, Dorothy Porter and Gil Anidjar.
Anthony Bale
Anthony Bale is a renowned scholar and author known for his expertise in medieval literature and culture. He has written extensively on topics such as pilgrimage, saints' lives, and religious literature.
One of his most notable works is "Feeling Persecuted: Christians, Jews and Images of Violence in the Middle Ages," which explores the representation of religious violence in medieval art and literature.
Bale's writing style is characterized by meticulous research and insightful analysis, offering fresh perspectives on familiar themes. His contributions to literature have helped to deepen our understanding of the medieval period and its cultural production.
Overall, Anthony Bale has had a significant impact on the study of medieval literature and his work continues to be influential in the field.
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