The Letters of Abelard and Heloise

Name: The Letters of Abelard and Heloise
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780140448993
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By Peter Abelard

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The Letters of Abelard and Heloise is a collection of correspondences between the medieval philosopher Abelard and his beloved Heloise. The letters unveil their passionate romance, followed by personal and philosophical exchanges after their tragic separation, offering insights into their thoughts, emotions, and the societal norms of the time. This work provides a poignant glimpse into a storied historical relationship.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by historical romances and intellectual partnerships. The passionate and tragic exchange between famed philosopher Peter Abelard and the gifted nun, Heloise, weaves together themes of love, duty, and scholarly pursuits in medieval France. If you enjoy exploring personal letters that provide deep insights into historical figures' minds and societal challenges, this work offers a compelling and intimate glimpse into their extraordinary relationship.

The Letters of Abelard and Heloise

The story of Abelard and Heloise remains one of the world's most celebrated and tragic love affairs. Through their letters, we follow the path of their romance from its reckless and ecstatic beginnings when Heloise became Abelard's pupil, through the suffering of public scandal and enforced secret marriage, to their eventual separation.

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The story of Heloise and Abelard remains one of the world's most celebrated and tragic love affairs. Peter Abelard was a 12th-century French philosopher and celebrated logician. He taught in Paris, where Heloise was his pupil.

Through their letters, we follow the path of their romance, from its reckless and ecstatic beginnings, through the suffering, the public scandal and enforced marriage, to their eventual separation. She then became a nun, he a monk.

The Letters of Abelard and Heloise is a poignant documentation of their journey, offering deep insight into the historical and personal trials of these two iconic figures.

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The Letters of Abelard and Heloise is often praised for its profound portrayal of medieval romance and intellectual discourse. Many reviews highlight the correspondence's raw emotional depth, offering insight into a complex love story that intertwines passion, tragedy, and philosophy. It captivates readers with its eloquent exploration of personal conflict and timeless themes of love and devotion.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140448993

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 November 2003

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Translated by Betty Radice
Introduction by Michael Clanchy

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 282g

Pages: 384

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Biography & Memoir Non-Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Peter Abelard Political Biographies Religion & Spirituality

About the Author

Peter Abelard was a French philosopher and the greatest logician of the 12th century. He taught in Paris, where Heloise was his pupil. After the tragic end of their marriage, she became a nun & he a monk. Betty Radice was the editor of the Penguin Classics during the 1960-70s & an acclaimed translator from Latin, Greek & Italian. Michael Clanchy researches at the Institute of Historical Research UCL & the Warburg Institute.