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Record Number: 17927 Author(s)/Creator(s): Nichols , Ann Eljenholm. Contributor(s): Title: The Hierosphthitic Topos, or the Fate of Fergus: Notes on the N-Town Assumption [The "N-Town Assumption of Mary Play" contains a reference to the apocryphal story of Fergus, a Jew who interrupts the Virgin Mary’s funeral by attacking her bier as it is carried by the Apostles. In some versions of the story, Fergus is punished for his Source: Comparative Drama 25, 1 ( 1991): Pages 29 - 41. Description: Article Type: Journal Article Subject (See Also): Body in Literature Fergus (Literary Figure) Healers and Healing in Literature Jews in Literature Literature- Drama Mary, Virgin, Saint- Dormition in Literature Miracles N- Town Plays- Assumption of Mary Punishment in Literature Award Note: Geographic Area: British Isles Century: 15 Primary Evidence: Illustrations: Table: Abstract: Related Resources: Author's Affiliation: Conference Info: - , - Year of Publication: 1991. Language: English ISSN/ISBN: 00104078

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