"An exciting and well-written work based on outstanding research.
Katherine Jansen neatly lays out how the late medieval Magdalen was
'created, ' partly by errors and misunderstandings, partly as
conscious creation for both spiritual and political needs. There
are moments in this book that are as much fun as a good mystery
story."--Penelope D. Johnson, New York University
"Katherine Jansen's major study emerges as a real masterpiece.
With subtlety and clarity she untangles the thread of multiple
images of the saint, sometimes contradictory or paradoxical. She
has established an exemplary historical study of undeniable
solidity and great suggestive force."--Nicole Beriou, University
Lumiere Lyon 2 (France)
"A wonderful book: exhaustively researched, masterfully crafted,
deftly written, strongly persuasive, and full of keen-sighted
apercus."--Robert E. Lerner, Northwestern University
"Spirituality, iconography, saints, cults, religious women, and
Mary Magdalen herself, all marginal to historical discourse until
recently, are skillfully woven together in this book of central
importance for understanding later medieval religion and
society."--Lester K. Little, American Academy in Rome
"Thoroughly grounded in the intricacies and history of medieval
Magdalen legends, Jansen's superb research of previously unexplored
sources highlights new evidence that medieval preachers were
convinced that Mary Magdalen indeed preached. This fascinating book
casts new light on how Mary Magdalen was represented in sermons,
art, and the minds of late medieval Christians. Captivating and
essential reading for scholars of medieval religion and history,
this clearly written book will appeal to allthose interested in
Mary Magdalen."--Beverly Kienzle, Harvard Divinity School
"This original and beautifully written book traces change in the
image of and devotion to Mary Magdalen from the High Middle Ages to
the cusp of modernity. This is a book for historians and history
buffs, feminists and all who are interested in Christian popular
devotion."--E. Ann Matter, University of Pennsylvania
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