The Infant Of Prague
- The Story Of The Holy Image And The History Of The Devotion
- Indbinding:
- Hardback
- Sideantal:
- 336
- Udgivet:
- 26. august 2011
- Størrelse:
- 152x229x22 mm.
- Vægt:
- 662 g.
- 2-3 uger.
- 27. november 2024
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- Adgang til 70.000+ titler
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Beskrivelse af The Infant Of Prague
""The Infant of Prague: The Story of the Holy Image and the History of the Devotion"" by Ludvik Nemec is a comprehensive account of the history and significance of the famous statue of the Infant Jesus in Prague. The book explores the origins of the statue, which is believed to have miraculous powers, and its journey from Spain to Prague in the 16th century. The author delves into the cultural and religious context of the time, examining the role of the statue in the Counter-Reformation and the development of the cult of the Infant of Prague. He also explores the various legends and stories associated with the statue, including its supposed protection of Prague from invasion during the Thirty Years' War. In addition to its historical and religious significance, the book also examines the artistic and aesthetic qualities of the statue, which has inspired countless works of art and devotion over the centuries. The author includes numerous illustrations and photographs of the statue and related artwork, as well as a detailed bibliography and index for further research. Overall, ""The Infant of Prague"" is a fascinating exploration of a beloved religious icon and its enduring impact on Czech culture and spirituality. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of Catholicism, art, and religious devotion.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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