Research Catalog

Title

Selected works of Abbot Suger of Saint-Denis / translated with introduction and notes by Richard Cusimano and Eric Whitmore.

Author

Suger, Abbot of Saint Denis, 1081-1151

Publication

Washington, D.C. : The Catholic University of America Press, [2018]

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Details

Additional Authors

• Cusimano, Richard, 1939-
• Whitmore, Eric

Description

xiii, 293 pages : illustrations, maps, plans; 23 cm

Summary

"Suger, the twelfth century abbot of Saint-Denis, has not received the respect and attention that he deserves. Bernard of Clairvaux and Peter the Venerable have garnered more attention, and students of medieval history know their names well. In one respect, however, Suger has earned due praise, for his architectural innovations to the church of Saint-Denis made it truly one of the most beautiful churches in Europe. Students of history and architecture know Suger best for his work on Saint-Denis, the burial site of medieval French kings, queens, and nobility. The abbot enlarged, decorated, improved, and redesigned the building so beautifully that it is safe to say that he became the foremost church architect of twelfth-century France. The man, however, was so much more than an architect. He served as a counselor and member of the courts of King Louis VI and VII, who sent him across Europe on diplomatic missions. He represented those kings at the papal curia and imperial diets. He was also a close friends and confidante of King Henry I of England, whom he often visited on behalf of French royal interests. Never shy, Suger seems almost obsessed that his works and deeds not be forgotten. He acquired numerous properties and estates for his abbey, as well as improved the ones it already possessed. He built new buildings, barns, walls for villages, and increased the return of grain from all the abbey's lands. Readers interested in the medieval agricultural system and way of life will also enjoy these texts. Suger's texts also provide a wealth of information about the events of his era as well as a large amount of biographical material on his accomplishments. This translation of his writings intends to enhance his reputation and make his name better known by students at all levels and among those interested in medieval topics."--Book jacket.

Uniform Title

Works. Selections. English

Alternative Title

Works.

Subjects

• France
• Suger, Abbot of Saint Denis, 1081-1151
• Church history
• History
• France > History > Louis VI, 1108-1137
• France > Church history > 987-1515
• France > History > Louis VII, 1137-1180
• Abbaye de Saint-Denis (Saint-Denis, France)
• 987-1515

Genre/Form

• Church history.
• History.

Note

• Translated from the Latin.

Bibliography (note)

• Includes bibliographical references and index.

Language (note)

• Translated from the Latin.

Contents

The book on the consecration of the church of Saint-Denis -- The book of Abbot Suger of Saint-Denis: his accomplishments during his administration -- The illustrious King Louis [VII], Son of Louis [VI] -- The life of Suger -- [Appendix] A. Legends and myths of Saint Denis in the early literary and historical records -- [Appendix] B. The early royal banners of France: The Oriflamme and the Vexillum -- [Appendix] C. French kings and queens buried in the Abbey of Saint-Denis -- [Appendix] D. Terms of measurement and money in Suger.

Call Number

JFD 18-1842

ISBN

• 9780813229973
• 0813229979

LCCN

2017033723

OCLC

989967899

Author

Suger, Abbot of Saint Denis, 1081-1151, author.

Title

Selected works of Abbot Suger of Saint-Denis / translated with introduction and notes by Richard Cusimano and Eric Whitmore.

Publisher

Washington, D.C. : The Catholic University of America Press, [2018]

Type of Content

text

Type of Medium

unmediated

Type of Carrier

volume

Bibliography

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Language

Translated from the Latin.

Chronological Term

987-1515

Added Author

Cusimano, Richard, 1939- translator.

Whitmore, Eric, translator.

Research Call Number

JFD 18-1842