Words, Stones, & Herbs: The Healing Word in Medieval and Early Modern England

by Louise M. Bishop

Inspired by the profound literary history of healing, this compelling book explores the cognitive and physical effects of words in relation to the healing process. Drawing on research in cognitive linguistics applied to medieval linguistic and cognitive philosophy, Louise M. Bishop presents a highly original and prescient examination of the intersection between medical and literary texts.

The art of healing is treated from a point of view...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0815631243
• ISBN13: 9780815631248
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Syracuse University Press
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.8" x 9.3"