Der Naturen Bloeme by Jacob van Maerlant
The book is a medieval encyclopedia that provides a comprehensive overview of the natural world as understood in the 13th century. It covers a wide range of topics, including animals, plants, and minerals, drawing from classical sources and medieval scholarship. The work reflects the medieval fascination with categorizing and understanding the natural order, blending scientific observation with myth and legend. It serves as an important historical document, illustrating the period's worldview and the interplay between nature and the divine.
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- Published
- 1270
- Nationality
- Dutch
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- Middle dutch
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