“Accounts from Europe indicate that the danse macabre took another form, inspired by the Black Death, rather like our children's rhyme 'Ring o' Ring o' Roses', which refers to the Great Plague. In 1374, a fanatical sect of dancers appeared in the Rhine, convinced that they could put an end to the epidemic by dancing for days and allowing other people to trample on their bodies. It is not recorded whether they recovered but, incredibly, they began to raise money from bystanders. By the time they reached Cologne they were 500 strong, dancing like demons, half-naked with flowers in their hair. Regarded as a menace by the authorities, these dancers macabre were threatened with excommunication.”
Quote by Catharine Arnold
Work
Necropolis: London and Its Dead
This book delves into the rich history of London's cemeteries, offering insights into the lives and deaths of the city's inhabitants over centuries. It provides a detailed look at the architectural and cultural significance of these burial sites, as well as the social and political context of their times. more
Author
Catharine Arnold
Catharine Arnold is a British historian and author renowned for her in-depth research into the history of London. Her works typically focus on the past of the city, offering readers an understanding of its transformations through detailed historical narratives and rich background information. more
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