New Medieval Books: Bad Chaucer
One of the famous works of the Middle Ages is scrutinized for its errors, missed opportunities, and not-so-great poetry.
Where the Middle Ages Begin
One of the famous works of the Middle Ages is scrutinized for its errors, missed opportunities, and not-so-great poetry.
As Warwick Castle Hotel prepares to open, they have unveiled an impressive 14-foot-tall animatronic knight and horse. This spectacle is part of the hotel’s new experience, aiming to offer guests a unique and immersive stay at England’s historic Warwick Castle.
Archaeologists in Saudi Arabia have uncovered an inscribed stone dating back to the 5th century AD. The inscription consists of three lines, two of which are written in Thamudic script and one in early Arabic script.
Discover how King Magnus VI’s 750-year-old Norwegian Code of the Realm united the kingdom and laid the foundation for Norway’s modern legal trust and identity
As Warwick Castle Hotel prepares to open, they have unveiled an impressive 14-foot-tall animatronic knight and horse. This spectacle is part of the hotel’s new experience, aiming to offer guests a unique and immersive stay at England’s historic Warwick Castle.
Archaeologists in Saudi Arabia have uncovered an inscribed stone dating back to the 5th century AD. The inscription consists of three lines, two of which are written in Thamudic script and one in early Arabic script.
One of the famous works of the Middle Ages is scrutinized for its errors, missed opportunities, and not-so-great poetry.
Discover how King Magnus VI’s 750-year-old Norwegian Code of the Realm united the kingdom and laid the foundation for Norway’s modern legal trust and identity
Discover ten of the most dramatic and influential medieval assassinations that reshaped the political landscape of Europe and the Near East.
Even though some reports may blur the lines between truth, rumour, and legend, these tales of brutal medieval deaths are worth exploring.
Curious about how women in the Middle Ages enhanced their beauty? The Trotula, a 12th-century medieval text from Italy, offers fascinating insights.
Cadw, the Welsh Government’s historic environment service, is celebrating its 40th anniversary as it continues on its mission to care for Wales’ medieval and historic places.
Rouen Cathedral, which dates back to the 12th century, suffered a small amount of damage when a fire broke out yesterday in its spire. The structure was undergoing restoration work at the time.
Medieval people, much like us today, loved sharing spooky stories of the dead rising and haunting the living. One such tale involves a man named Asmund, who chose to be buried alive with his deceased friend. The most terrifying aspect of this story is how the friend returned as the undead.
The University of Toronto will be hosting a conference on Christine de Pizan: Publishing, Politics, and Reception in Premodern Europe. Taking place from August 21st to 23rd, it will feature nearly 20 speakers.
In honour of the 250th episode of The Medieval Podcast, Danièle shares some fun and favourite trivia about the Middle Ages collected over five years of podcasting.
This book offers translations of three medieval texts: The Tale of the Hogen Years, The Tale of the Heiji Years, and An Account of the Jokyu Years, all of which describe war and violence over who would rule the imperial court of Japan.
Durendal, Roland’s legendary sword, has been stolen.
We are really happy to add four more books to our Patreon Shop. They are all from Arc Humanities Press’ Past Imperfect Series. Here is what you can now buy!
Huge armies clash as the Ottoman sultan sultan Bayezid I faced off against the emir of the Timurid Empire, Timur. In this episode of Bow & Blade, Michael and Kelly look at the battle and the account of the fighting by Johann Schiltberger.
Archaeologists in Germany have unearthed a fascinating medieval structure during a recent excavation along the waterway. This discovery reveals a significant land reclamation effort from around 800 years ago.
Here are ten lesser-known Icelandic sagas that offer intriguing narratives and rich historical insights.
A biography of Richard Whittington, a wealthy merchant and Lord Mayor of London in the 14th and 15th centuries. While Whittington would later become the story of folklore and legend, this book mostly focuses on what he did in London and his interactions with several English kings.
A Viking-Age sword, probably dating from the 10th or 11th century, has been discovered in southwest Norway. Uncovered by a farmer, the item could be a VLFBERHT sword.
A conversation with Volker Menze about the fifth-century patriarch Dioskouros of Alexandria, what we really know about him, and why he was demonized in the western traditions. A close reading of the Council Acts suggests a different picture: a bishop who thought he was doing right by the established creed and following the directives of the emperor suddenly found himself in the hot seat.
Throughout the medieval world, various writings aimed to impart advice and wisdom. Here is some poetic wisdom from the ninth-century Middle East.
You can now own a 16th-century fortress – Forte San Giorgio (Fortress of Saint George), located on the Italian island of Capraia, sits atop a 100-metre cliff.
The Madonna of the Snow altarpiece, painted by Jacopo di Cione in the 14th century, has been restored and returned to the church of SS. Apostoli e Biagio in Florence.
Translations of seven texts written between the eleventh and thirteenth century by Islamic writers that deal with politics and theology. They examine questions about who has political authority and why, whether they be Caliphs or Imams.
One of the famous works of the Middle Ages is scrutinized for its errors, missed opportunities, and not-so-great poetry.
For anyone who visits Örebro, it is hard to miss its castle – an ancient-looking fortress made of weathered grey stones that stands on an islet in the middle of the city centre.
On the 10th of August 1628, the Vasa sank in Stockholm harbour, thus ending the career of the most powerful warship that Sweden had ever seen.
This strategic location not only makes the castle a majestic sight, but also earns it the reputation as the most modern defence fortress in its time. But, as all ancient buildings, there is always more than meets the eye. Here are the five things that you may not know about Uppsala Castle.
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Narbonne is one of those European cities with evidence of its past on every street.
The V&A Museum opened its latest medieval exhibit exhibit on Saturday: Opus Anglicanum: Masterpieces of English Medieval Embroidery. I had the opportunity to see it opening day and it was spectacular.