Religion and Life Cycles in Early Modern England

Religion and life cycles in early modern England explores the intersection between religion and the life course in the period 1550-1800, featuring chapters on Catholic, Protestant, and Jewish communities. It encourages cross-confessional comparison of life stages and rites of passage, highlighting the multiple, overlapping life cycles experienced by individuals.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 328 pages
\n Publication date: 12 October 2021
\n Publisher: Manchester University Press
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Religion and life cycles in early modern England is a groundbreaking collection of scholars from diverse fields, including history, English literature, and art history, who come together to explore the intricate relationship between religion and the life course in the period spanning from c. 1550 to 1800. This comprehensive book offers a rich tapestry of chapters that delve into the experiences of Catholic, Protestant, and Jewish communities, fostering a cross-confessional comparative analysis of life stages and religious rites of passage that held profound significance for all faiths in early modern England. By examining biological processes such as birth and death, as well as the social aspects of the life cycle, including schooling, coming of age, and marriage, the book sheds light on the complex understandings of religious transition points, such as spiritual awakenings and conversion. Through an inclusive and interdisciplinary approach, the book aims to challenge the notion of a fixed or predetermined life cycle and instead presents a nuanced understanding that recognizes the multiple, overlapping life cycles experienced by individuals in this period. By delving into the intersections of religion, society, and individual experiences, Religion and life cycles in early modern England offers valuable insights into the complex web of beliefs, practices, and cultural transformations that shaped early modern England. This book is a must-read for scholars, students, and anyone interested in exploring the rich tapestry of early modern history and culture.

\n Weight: 522g\n
Dimension: 145 x 221 x 32 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781526149237\n \n