This study examines all forms of penitential practice in the Holy Roman Empire under the Ottonian and Salian Reich, c.900 - c.1050. This crucial period in the history of penance, falling between the Carolingians' codification of public and private penance, and the promotion of the practice of confession in the thirteenth century, has largely been ignored by historians. Tracing the varieties of penitential practice recorded in church law, the liturgy, monastic practice, narrative and documentary sources, Dr Hamilton's book argues that many of the changes previously attributed to the twelfth...

Professional card-makers teach you ten fabulous projects to try at home
Take a peek into the studios of international card makers, see how they ply their craft, and get ten of the best step-by-step projects for creating your own cards in a variety of styles. The designers all open up about their process, from keeping a sketchbook to collating ideas and turning them into beautiful reality. They cover different printing techniques in detail, including letterpress and screenprinting, as well as working with your own photographs and illustrations. Budding professionals will also learn...

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