The Groot Begijnhof of Leuven

von Rik Uytterhoeven

Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Old, picturesque houses, little cobbled alleys, narrow bridges, the gothic church... The Groot Begijnhof breathes an atmosphere of peace and quiet, of a life almost withdrawn. Unique because of its size, and beautifully restored, it attracts thousands of visitors each year. Rik Uytterhoeven leads us through its striking buildings and reveals its secret corners. He tells the tale of a town within a town, of a living community. A story of beguines: both pious and worldly, both poor and affluent, both dutifully and modest and emancipated women. A story, also, of emperors and popes, lords and clergymen, foundlings, orphans and school children, students and academics. Entering via the gatekeepers' lodge we walk alongside the church, the Infirmary, and the House of Chièvres, past Our-Lady-of-Steenbergh and The Annunciation... This publication provides a fund of useful information and fascinating detail. Historical data and charming little anecdotes give life to the Enclosure and the women that used to live in it. A handy liitle map and carefully chosen illustrations, of times past as well as the present day, complete the text. A riveting and practical guide for your walks through the captivating Groot Begijnhof.

• Reihe: Leuven University Press
• ISBN: 9789058670199
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 30.03.2000
• Größe: 22 x 12 mm
• Verlag: Leuven University Press