The book is exactly what the subtitle suggests - a very brief book about Julian of Norwich.
Some facts a bit of specifications and overall na introduction to her story or what's might have been that story,
It's a great read for everyone that doesn't really know how 'to start with this specific part of history or just learn about it, sind ein not widely known or talked about around the world.

Deifnatly worth a read, especially since it's such a short little book which makes it really easy!

Concise, well-researched, clearly and accessibly written, this “brief” history of Julian of Norwich is an excellent introduction to the woman and her writings. Ramirez places her in her time and place and explores the background events of this turbulent time in the Middle Ages. She follows the history of the manuscript itself, and makes clear just why someone would want to be an anchoress – a life that I now realise wasn’t one of complete isolation. Enjoyable and informative.

A good entry level book into the life of the 14th century mystic, Julian of Norwich. A woman of obscure origins, who, have what is described today as a "near death experience" goes on to write an account (Revelations of Divine Love) of what was spiritually revealed to her during this time - the first ever book written by an Englishwoman.

Ramirez's book deals with the history and the legacy, which lasted generations after her death.

This is an excellent guide to the first book written in English by a woman, which sheds light on the historical and social context of the famous work. It would be very useful for anyone who has read the book, and wants to know more about Julian of Norwich (who may have been the sister of Thomas Erpingham of Henry V fame).
The only reason for ther lower rating was personal: I read this as a women's historian but I have little to no interest in Julian's writings, and I didn't necessarily agree with all the authors conclusions. I'm sure others will get more out of it, and it was not a bad book by any means.

I requested a copy of this book from Netgalley, I was not required to write a positive review and all opinions expressed are my own.

The first time I had ever heard about Julian of Norwich was in my first British Literature class and I was fascinated by her. Her "Revelations of a Divine Love" are the earliest known surviving by a female writer. As soon as I saw this offered on NetGalley I requested it hoping to learn a bit more about this unique nun. Since Julian of Norwich lived in the Medieval era there is very little that can be found out about her life, prior to her becoming an anchoress. The book gives a bit more insight into her writing and just how rare something like this is. I suggest the book for those who study literature and history both since it will give more information on women writers in Medieval Britain.