Publication

1999-07-01 - Catholic University of America Press

Language

English

Word Count

37,250 words, Guess

Page Count

149 pages

Physical Format

Textbook Binding

Identifiers

  • ISBN-100813209498
  • ISBN-139780813209494
  • LibraryThing2265296
  • Better World Books9780813209494
  • Open LibraryOL8022891M

Description

Provides the most thorough examination to date of the landmark decree by Pope Boniface VIII. The author surveys precedents for "Periculoso" as well as some of the problems Boniface VIII hope to solve with his legislation. She further analyzes the commentary on "Periculoso", much of it written by practicing lawyers, which unveils late medieval attitudes toward nuns and their male counterparts. Finally, she oncludes with a discussion of the attempts to enfoce.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Canon Law and Cloistered WomenTextbook BindingCatholic University of America Press1999-07-01

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