The Reformation of Ritual: An Interpretation of Early Modern Germany

by Susan C. Karant-Nunn

Book Overview

In The Reformation of Ritual Susan Karant-Nunn explores the function of ritual in early modern German society, and the extent to which it was modified by the Reformation.
Employing anthropological insights, and drawing on extensive archival research, Susan Karant-Nunn outlines the significance of the ceremonial changes. This comprehensive study includes an examination of all major rites of passage: birth, baptism, confirmation, engagement, marriage,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415113377
• ISBN13: 9780415113373
• Release Date: May 1997
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.2" x 9.6"