Théâtre de Hrotsvitha / religieuse allemande du dixième siècle, traduit pour la première fois en français avec le texte latin revu sur le manuscrit de Munich

Name: Théâtre de Hrotsvitha / religieuse allemande du dixième siècle, traduit pour la première fois en français avec le texte latin revu sur le manuscrit de Munich
Author: Hrotsvitha

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About This Book

A volume collecting a series of Latin religious dramas by a medieval female author that recast hagiographic and biblical material into staged verse. The pieces adapt motifs and techniques drawn from classical poets to produce moral exempla and miracle stories suitable for ceremonial performance within ecclesiastical contexts. Scenes alternate dialogue and liturgical elements, foregrounding virtue, conversion, and divine intervention while drawing on Scripture and patristic sources. The edition pairs the original Latin with a modern-language translation and is accompanied by a scholarly introduction and explanatory notes addressing authorship, performance context, and textual transmission.

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Hrotsvitha

Hrotsvitha, a 10th-century German nun and playwright, is recognized as one of the earliest known female dramatists in Western literature. Living in the convent of Gandersheim, she composed a series of plays that reflect her unique perspective on faith, virtue, and the human experience. Her works, including "The Plays of Roswitha," are notable for their blend of classical themes and Christian morality, showcasing her innovative approach to drama in a time when such expressions were rare for women. Hrotsvitha's contributions have significantly influenced the understanding of medieval literature and the role of women in the arts.