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The Sin of Sloth|Siegfried Wenzel

The Sin of Sloth : Acedia in Medieval Thought and Literature

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Wenzel presents the history of the concept of acedia, of spiritual sloth," from its origins among the Egyptian desert monks through the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. The investigation proceeds in chronological order and pays close attention to the different emphases and changes the concept underwent.

Originally published in 1967.

A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.

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  • ISBN-13: 9780807836835
  • ISBN-10: 0807836834
  • Publisher: University of North Carolina Press
  • Publish Date: June 2012
  • Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.85 pounds
  • Page Count: 282

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