The responsories and versicles of the latin office of the dead

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The book serves as the most extensive database for comparing the responsories of the Office of the Dead across over 2,000 sources, highlighting the variations in order used by different churches. This unique aspect allows researchers to localize medieval and Renaissance liturgical texts. It offers insights into the geography of death in Europe from the 9th to the 16th centuries, examining theological, liturgical, ecclesiastical, musical, and political dimensions. Its continued relevance makes it essential for scholars in the field.