Covers the rise of "white magic" & Christian persecution of sorcery.

This text addresses medieval Christendom in the context of world history. It combines traditional material (from church documents) with the newer material of cultural studies ...

The cross pervaded the whole of Anglo-Saxon culture, in art, in sculpture, in religion, in medicine. These new essays explore its importance and significance.

"This volume makes valuable contributions and should appeal not only to Anglo-Saxonists but also to those with interests in early medieval intellectual and cultural history ...

Deals with the Anglo-Saxon period, when magic was the chief means of cure. Discusses epidemics, hospitals, surgery, the Church, diseases, remedies, food, drink, diet, etc.