Possible lives
Alison Knowles Frazier
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Possible lives
Published
2005
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Pages
544
ISBN-13
9780231503396
Description
"The lives of saints were among the most reproduced and widely distributed literatures of medieval and early modern Europe. During the century before the Reformation, these narratives of impossible goodness fell into the hands of classicizing intellectuals known as humanists. This study examines how the humanist authors received, criticized, and rewrote the traditional stories of exemplary virtue for patrons and audiences who were surprisingly open to their textual experiments." "Drawn from a newly constructed catalog of primary sources in manuscript and print, the cases in this book range from the lure of martyrdom as the West confronted Islam to the use of saints' lives in local politics and the rhetorician's classroom. Frazier discusses the writers' perceptions of historical sanctity, the commanding place of the mendicant friars, and one unique account of a contemporary holy woman."--Jacket.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Possible lives?
This edition of Possible lives has approximately 544 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Possible lives?
For most readers, Possible lives typically takes between 11h 20m and 7h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 136,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 9h 4m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 19 days • Estimated word count: 136,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Possible lives?
The estimated word count for Possible lives is approximately 136,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Possible lives?
Possible lives was written by Alison Knowles Frazier.
When was Possible lives published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2005. The original work may have been published on a different date.