The Writings of Robert Grosseteste, Bishop of Lincoln 1235–1253

This 1940 book constitutes an extensive bibliographical study of the works of Robert Grosseteste, the 13th-century Bishop of Lincoln.

S. Harrison Thomson (Author)

9781107668645, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 3 January 2013

324 pages
21.6 x 14 x 1.9 cm, 0.41 kg

Robert Grosseteste (c.1168–1253) was a theologian and philosopher who played a significant role in the development of early scientific thought; he held the position of Bishop of Lincoln from 1235 until his death. Originally published in 1940, this book constitutes an extensive bibliographical study of Grosseteste's works based upon original sources. Over 140 libraries were visited and approximately 2500 manuscripts consulted during the preparation of the text, with many manuscripts being examined without prior knowledge that they contained material by Grosseteste. A detailed introduction, indexes and photographic images of manuscripts are also included. This is a groundbreaking book that will be of value to anyone with an interest in Grosseteste and the development of medieval thought.

Introduction
Catalogue of authentic works of Grosseteste
Commentaries
Philosophical and scientific works
Pastoral and devotional works
Miscellaneous works
Anglo-Norman works
Doubtful works
Spurious works
Lost or untraced works
Index nominum
Index codicum manuscriptorum
Index initiorum.

Subject Areas: History of ideas [JFCX]