Publisher's Synopsis
Medieval Missionary: A Study of the Conversion of Northern Europe AD 500 to 1300 is a comprehensive investigation of the religious transformation of Northern Europe during the medieval period. Written by James Thayer Addison, this book delves into the intricate details of the conversion of the region from its pagan roots to Christianity. The author examines the role of the Christian missionaries in this process, including their methods of evangelism and the challenges they faced. Addison's work covers a wide range of topics, including the religious practices and beliefs of the Germanic tribes, the influence of the Roman Catholic Church, the impact of the Vikings, and the development of the Christian Church in Northern Europe. The book also explores the cultural, social, and political implications of the conversion, as well as its effects on the art, literature, and architecture of the time. Drawing on a vast array of primary sources, including historical documents, archaeological findings, and literary works, Addison provides a detailed and insightful analysis of the conversion of Northern Europe. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, medieval Europe, or the cultural and religious transformations that shaped the continent.This work is No. II in the Studies in the World Mission of Christianity Series. Through this book we can see the modern missionary enterprise against the background and from the perspective of the missions of earlier centuries. Between the missions of which Professor Addison writes and those of the last century and a half many striking contrasts exist which inevitably raise questions concerning the infallibility of those which have been pursued in our age. Contents: Education and the Motives of Medieval Missionaries; Kings and Missionaries; Missions and Monasticism Influence of the Papacy; Missionary Message.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.
