Medieval Mysticism: The Book of Showings and The Book of Margery Kempe

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Today we look at the literature of female mysticism in the English 14th and 15th centuries, particularly  the landmark texts Dame Julian of Norwich's Book of Showings and Margery Kempe's The Book of Margery Kempe,  which are not only profound religious statements but the earliest voices of women in the English language.

Special thanks to Jessica Orluck for her advice and assistance!

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