Hermits and anchorites in England 1200-1550

This source book offers a comprehensive treatment of solitary religious lives in England in the late Middle Ages. It covers both enclosed recluses (anchorites) and free-wandering hermits and explores the relationship between them. Although there has been a recent surge of interest in the solitary vocations especially anchorites this has focused almost exclusively on a small number of examples. The field is in need of reinvigoration and this book provides it. Featuring translated extracts from a wide range of Latin Middle English and Old French sources as well as a scholarly introduction and commentary from one of the foremost experts in the field <i>Hermits and anchorites in England </i>is an invaluable resource for students and lecturers alike.