Explore the profound connection between food, religion, and women's experiences in the Middle Ages with 'Holy Feast and Holy Fast' by Caroline Walker Bynum. This scholarly paperback, a first printing from 1988, delves into the religious significance of eating and fasting for medieval women. Published by the University of California Press, this book is a key text in medieval history, religious studies, and women's studies. It features acid-free and chlorine-free paper, ensuring its longevity. The book is in good condition, showing some light wear consistent with age and use, including a minor handwritten mark on page 58. A must-have for scholars and enthusiasts of medieval history and women's spirituality.