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Mrs. Kempe was the daughter of a tradesman in Kingslynn (Norfolk), married to a tradesman there, and had the calling, gumption, and health to make the long voyage to Jerusalem. In the manner of others demonstrate piety, she dictated her history of this years-long pilgrimage. As she was a lay person, her story includes many commonplace notes from the days of Henry V.
The editor, Louise Collis is described as a 'part-time historian' but she weaves in explanations of the mileu seamlessly into the book. There are very few footnotes but it is quite easy to read if one is interested.
"Many saints have written books, whereas only one member of the medieval public has had the industry, self-confidence, and will-power to describe for us the everyday life and viscitudes of a mayor's extraordinary daughter."
Index, bibliography.
The editor, Louise Collis is described as a 'part-time historian' but she weaves in explanations of the mileu seamlessly into the book. There are very few footnotes but it is quite easy to read if one is interested.
"Many saints have written books, whereas only one member of the medieval public has had the industry, self-confidence, and will-power to describe for us the everyday life and viscitudes of a mayor's extraordinary daughter."
Index, bibliography.
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