The Search for the Lost Manuscript: Julian of Norwich (2016)

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In this hour-long documentary, Dr Janina Ramirez tells the incredible story of a book hidden for centuries in the shadows of history, the first book ever written in English by a woman, Julian of Norwich, in 1373. Revelations of Divine Love dared to present an alternative vision of man's relationship with God, a theology fundamentally at odds with the church of Julian's time, and for 500 years the book was suppressed. It re-emerged in the 20th century as an iconic text for the women's movement and was acknowledged as a literary masterpiece.

Director: Sally-Anne Lomas
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 59 min
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Production: BBC, BBC Four, Tin Can Island
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

religion, religious hypocrisy, early church, religious controversy, women and society

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What is The Search for the Lost Manuscript: Julian of Norwich about?
In this hour-long documentary, Dr Janina Ramirez tells the incredible story of a book hidden for centuries in the shadows of history, the first book ever written in English by a woman, Julian of Norwich, in 1373. Revelations of Divine Love dared to present an alternative vision of man's relationship with God, a theology fundamentally at odds with the church of Julian's time, and for 500 years the book was suppressed. It re-emerged in the 20th century as an iconic text for the women's movement and was acknowledged as a literary masterpiece.
Who directed The Search for the Lost Manuscript: Julian of Norwich?
The Search for the Lost Manuscript: Julian of Norwich was directed by Sally-Anne Lomas.
Who stars in The Search for the Lost Manuscript: Julian of Norwich?
The Search for the Lost Manuscript: Julian of Norwich stars Janina Ramirez.
How long is The Search for the Lost Manuscript: Julian of Norwich?
The Search for the Lost Manuscript: Julian of Norwich has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
What genre is The Search for the Lost Manuscript: Julian of Norwich?
The Search for the Lost Manuscript: Julian of Norwich is a Documentary, History film.
Where was The Search for the Lost Manuscript: Julian of Norwich produced?
The Search for the Lost Manuscript: Julian of Norwich was produced in United Kingdom.