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The History Of Medieval Europe

The History Of Medieval Europe

Thorndike, Lynn

Hardcover

Medieval & Renaissance HistoryFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1163385069
ISBN13: 9781163385067
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 726
Weight: 2.71
Height: 1.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The History of Medieval Europe by Lynn Thorndike is a comprehensive and detailed account of the political, social, cultural, and intellectual developments in Europe from the fall of the Roman Empire to the Renaissance. The book covers the period from the 5th to the 15th century and is organized chronologically, with each chapter focusing on a particular period or theme.The book begins with an overview of the Roman Empire and its collapse, and then moves on to the emergence of the Germanic kingdoms and the rise of the Carolingian Empire. The author provides a detailed account of the feudal system, the growth of towns and cities, and the development of trade and commerce. The book also covers the Crusades, the Black Death, and the Hundred Years' War, as well as the intellectual and cultural achievements of the period, including the rise of universities and the development of Gothic architecture.Throughout the book, Thorndike emphasizes the importance of religion in medieval Europe, including the role of the Catholic Church in shaping political and cultural developments. The book also includes biographical sketches of key figures of the period, including Charlemagne, William the Conqueror, and Joan of Arc.Overall, The History of Medieval Europe is a comprehensive and engaging account of a complex and fascinating period in European history. It is an essential resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of Europe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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