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Interesting Middle Age History Facts: Stories of Medieval Transitions (Skriuwer.com Edition)
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Series: History Books
Medieval & Renaissance HistoryGeneral Military History
Publisher Price: $17.99
ISBN13: 9783565080762
Publisher: de Fryske Wrald
Published: Nov 12 2025
Pages: 242
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.51 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Middle Ages span roughly a thousand years of European history between the fall of the Western Roman Empire and the beginning of the Renaissance. This period is often dismissed as dark or backward, but the reality is far more interesting. This book collects documented historical facts about medieval life, culture, politics, and society that reveal a more complex and surprising picture of an era that shaped the modern world.
From the actual state of medieval medicine and hygiene to the political sophistication of medieval kingdoms, from the role of women in medieval society to the extraordinary architectural achievements of the period, each fact is sourced from historical scholarship and presented in an accessible way. The book covers a wide geographical range and multiple aspects of medieval life, offering readers a genuine portrait of a millennium that deserves more than its reputation.
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Reader review: I taught medieval history for twenty years and still found things in this book that surprised me. A well-curated collection of genuinely interesting facts. -- F. Beaumont
This title suits medieval history, European history, and popular history sections. It is appropriate for public libraries, trade bookstores, and wholesale buyers with customers interested in the history of the Western world.
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