HOMO SANCTUS. PATTERNS OF SAINTS IN EUROPE... WOJCIECH MRUK

Discover the fascinating world of medieval sanctity! The book "Homo sanctus. Patterns of Saints in Europe..." by Wojciech Mruk is an extraordinary journey through the lives of saints who shaped the spirituality and culture of Europe. Learn about their stories, miracles, and influence on society. Immerse yourself in the tales of martyrs, hermits, bishops, and rulers who became role models for the faithful.

• Diverse patterns of sanctity: Discover different categories of saints, from martyrs to rulers.
• Colorful stories: Discover fascinating and sometimes terrifying fates of saints from various regions of Europe.
• Influence on society: Learn how saints influenced the politics, religion, and culture of medieval Europe.
• Hagiographic texts: Analyze the lives of saints as a source of knowledge about the era.
• Changes in the concept of sanctity: See how the perception of sanctity changed with civilizational transformations.

Wojciech Mruk, the author of the book, takes us on a journey through medieval Europe, showing the diversity of patterns of sanctity developed in Latin Christianity. Using selected figures as examples, we learn about martyrs, hermits, bishops, monks, and even rulers. The heroes of the book come from various social classes and represent various regions of Europe, from Italy to Poland.

This book is not only a collection of biographies of saints, but also an analysis of their influence on society. The author describes how saints became a political instrument in the hands of rulers and bishops, how their cult attracted crowds of believers and a stream of money. We also learn about the hagiographic texts, which show us the color of the era and help us understand how the idea of sanctity changed with civilizational transformations.

The Scientific Publishing House PWN, known for its high-quality scientific publications, puts into the hands of readers a book that combines historical accuracy with a fascinating narrative. "Homo sanctus. Patterns of Saints in Europe..." is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Middle Ages, religion, and European culture. Discover the fascinating world of saints and their influence on shaping our civilization!