The Reformation Of The Landscape by Alexandra Walsham
Religion, Identity, and Memory in Early Modern Britain and Ireland
This scholarly work delves into the profound transformation of the English landscape during the Reformation, exploring how religious changes reshaped the physical and cultural environment. It examines the interplay between the sacred and the secular, highlighting how the dissolution of monasteries, the iconoclasm of religious imagery, and the reconfiguration of sacred spaces altered perceptions of nature and the divine. Through a detailed analysis of historical texts, maps, and artifacts, the book reveals the enduring impact of these changes on English society, culture, and identity, offering a nuanced understanding of the Reformation's legacy on the natural world.
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- Published
- 2011
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 500-600
- Original Language
- English
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