Going to Church in Medieval England by Nicholas Orme (review)

Abstract

and useful study, greatly enhanced as it is by a series of well formulated “Questions for Reflection” at the end of each section or homily—a feature that is certainly attractive if this text is used, as intended, as a seminary course book. A real strength of the author’s approach is what we might call the view from both sides of the pulpit. How important it is to consider preaching not only in its delivery but also in its reception. This book goes a long way in achieving this. The teaching of homiletics, and preparation for preaching more widely, will greatly benefit from the timely publication of this book. ANDREW R. WADSWORTH INTERNATIONAL COMMISSION ON ENGLISH IN THE LITURGY WASHINGTON, DC