The Holy Grail

The Holy Grail
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Publisher : University of Wales Press
Total Pages : 133
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ISBN-10 : 9780708326268
ISBN-13 : 0708326269
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Book Synopsis The Holy Grail by : Juliette M Wood

Download or read book The Holy Grail written by Juliette M Wood and published by University of Wales Press. This book was released on 2012-09-15 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Holy Grail is one of the most fascinating themes in medieval literature. It was described as the vessel used by Jesus to celebrate the first Eucharist and it became the object of the greatest quest undertaken by King Arthur’s knight. This book examines the traditions attached to the Holy Grail from its first appearance in medieval romance through its transformation into an object of mystical significance in modern literature and film. It is a journey filled with knightly quests, mystics and holy relics, poets and novelists, outlandish speculation and serious thought.


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