The Consolation of Boethius as Poetic Liturgy

Book • 2016
This book by Stephen Blackwood offers a comprehensive analysis of the poetic meters in Boethius' 'Consolation of Philosophy', highlighting their integral role in the therapeutic and philosophical narrative.

It explores how these meters contribute to the work's overall structure and spiritual impact, situating the text within late-antique aural reading culture.

The study also touches on potential connections between Boethius' poetic liturgy and liturgical practices in historical Christianity.

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