Possible Lives

Discover the fascinating world of medieval and early modern literature in Possible Lives by Alison Knowles Frazier, published by Columbia University Press in 2005. This insightful study delves into the lives of saints, which were among the most reproduced texts of their time. Frazier explores how humanist authors engaged with, critiqued, and reimagined these traditional narratives of exemplary virtue, catering to patrons and audiences eager for innovative interpretations. With a comprehensive page count of 544, this hardback edition offers a rich examination of Christian hagiography and its impact on European history from c. 1000 CE to c. 1500. Ideal for scholars and enthusiasts of Christian literature, angelology, and the evolution of storytelling, Possible Lives invites readers to appreciate the dynamic interplay between tradition and creativity in historical texts.