Hincmar of Rheims: Life and Work by Rachel Stone (English) Paperback Book

Description: Hincmar of Rheims by Rachel Stone, Charles West Brings together the latest international research on a key medieval writer and thinker FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Archbishop Hincmar of Rheims (d. 882) is a crucial figure for all those interested in early medieval European history in general, and Carolingian history in particular. For forty years he was an advisor to kings and religious controversialist; his works are a key source for the political, religious and social history of the later ninth century, covering topics from papal politics to the abduction of women and the role of parish priests. For the first time since Jean Devisses biography of Hincmar in the 1970s, this book offers a three-dimensional examination of a figure whose actions and writings in different fields are often studied in isolation. It brings together the latest international research across the spectrum of his varied activities, as history-writer, estate administrator, hagiographer, canonist, pastorally engaged bishop, and politically minded royal advisor. The introduction also provides the first substantial English-language survey of Hincmars whole career. -- . Flap Archbishop Hincmar of Rheims (d. 882) is a crucial figure for early medieval European history. As an archbishop for nearly forty years, he shaped the times in which he lived, advising and admonishing kings, playing a leading role in the Frankish church, and intervening in a range of political and doctrinal disputes. Hincmar also shaped how ninth-century events would later be seen by historians up to the present day by writing historical accounts such as the Annals of St-Bertin, and by carefully preserving dossiers of material for posterity. He is a key source for political, social and religious history in the period, providing information on everything from papal politics to the abduction of women and the role of parish priests. This book puts the archbishop himself centre-stage, bringing together the latest international research across the spectrum of his varied activities, as history-writer, estate administrator, hagiographer, canonist, pastorally-engaged bishop and politically-minded royal advisor. For the first time since Jean Devisses magisterial studies of the 1970s, it offers a three-dimensional examination of a controversial figure whose actions and writings in different fields are often studied in isolation, at the cost of a holistic appreciation. Combining research from recognised experts (such as Janet Nelson, Philippe Depreux and Mayke de Jong) as well as early career historians, it will be an essential companion for all those interested in the Carolingian world, and early medieval Europe more broadly. Author Biography Rachel Stone is Research Associate at Kings College, LondonCharles West is Senior Lecturer in the Department of History at the University of Sheffield Table of Contents 1. Introduction – Rachel Stone2. The bearing of Hincmars life on his historical writing – Janet L. Nelson3. To fight with words: the case of Hincmar of Laon in the Annals of St. Bertin – Christine Kleinjung4. An unfortunate necessity? Hincmar and Lothar I – Elina Screen5. We are between the hammer and the anvil: Hincmar in the crisis of 875 – Clémentine Bernard-Valette6. Hincmars influence during Louis the Stammerers reign – Margaret McCarthy7. Hincmar and his Roman legal sources – Simon Corcoran8. Hincmar et la loi revisited: on Hincmars use of capitularies – Philippe Depreux9. The bishop and the law, according to Hincmars Life of Saint Remigius – Marie-Céline Isaïa10. Family order and kingship according to Hincmar – Sylvie Joye11. The praetor does concern himself with trifles: Hincmar, the polyptych of St-Remi of Rheims and the slaves of Courtisols – Josiane Barbier12. Hincmars parish priests – Charles West13. Heresy in the flesh: Gottschalk of Orbais and the predestination controversy in the archdiocese of Rheims – Matthew Bryan Gillis14. Hincmar, priests and Pseudo-Isidore. The case of Trising in context – Mayke de JongBibliography of primary sourcesSelect bibliography of secondary literatureIndex Review Its fourteen contributors seek, in distinct but complementary ways, to draw together Hincmars life and work in order to understand better not only the man himself, but also the late Carolingian world which is so often evoked through his writings.Ingrid Rembold, Hertford College, University of Oxford, Early Medieval Europe Vol. 25 Issue 2The editors are to be commended for bringing together a set of perceptive and well-researched studies (ninety-three pages of endnotes in 288 pages of text with an uncommonly detailed index) that ask the right questions and will prompt new thinking about one of the Carolingian ages great figures.H-France Review -- . Long Description Archbishop Hincmar of Rheims (d. 882) is a crucial figure for all those interested in early medieval European history in general, and Carolingian history in particular. For forty years he was an advisor to kings and religious controversialist; his works are a key source for the political, religious and social history of the later ninth century, covering topics from papal politics to the abduction of women and the role of parish priests.For the first time since Jean Devisses biography of Hincmar in the 1970s, this book offers a three-dimensional examination of a figure whose actions and writings in different fields are often studied in isolation. It brings together the latest international research across the spectrum of his varied activities, as history-writer, estate administrator, hagiographer, canonist, pastorally engaged bishop, and politically minded royal advisor. The introduction also provides the first substantial English-language survey of Hincmars whole career. -- . Review Quote "This rich, attractive collection has certainly succeeded in being a roadmarker in the continuing research about Hincmar and his world. At the same time, the kaleidoscopic nature of the book offers a wonderful introduction into a set of important questions about, and sources of, the Carolingian period. Throughout, readers are invited to listen to Hincmars thoughts and opinions about more or less Everything--the archbishop would surely have approved."--The Catholic Historical Review "Its fourteen contributors seek, in distinct but complementary ways, to draw together Hincmars life and work in order to understand better not only the man himself, but also the late Carolingian world which is so often evoked through his writings." - Ingrid Rembold, Hertford College, University of Oxford, Early Medieval Europe Vol. 25 Issue 2 Details ISBN152610654X Short Title HINCMAR OF RHEIMS Pages 328 Publisher Manchester University Press Language English ISBN-10 152610654X ISBN-13 9781526106544 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2016 Publication Date 2016-08-25 Imprint Manchester University Press Subtitle Life and Work Place of Publication Manchester Country of Publication United Kingdom Edited by Charles West DEWEY 944.014092 Illustrations 1 Maps UK Release Date 2016-08-25 NZ Release Date 2016-08-25 Author Charles West Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2016-08-24 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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