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World History Part 1: Prehistory to the Renaissance

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Essentials of Gothic Architecture

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The Cambridge Medieval History, Planned by J.B....

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A monumental eight-volume work that covers the political, social, economic, and cultural history of medieval Europe. Written by a team of leading scholars, it is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the Middle Ages.

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Central and Eastern Europe in the Middle Ages

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A comprehensive and authoritative dictionary of the Middle Ages, providing definitions and explanations of key terms, concepts, and people. An essential reference work for anyone interested in the period.

Central and Eastern Europe in the Middle Ages

Central and Eastern Europe in the Middle Ages

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Medieval Essays (The Works of Christopher Dawson)

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A magisterial work that offers a sweeping narrative of the Middle Ages, from the fall of the Roman Empire to the Renaissance. Covers a wide range of topics, including warfare, trade, religion, and the arts.

Medieval Essays (Works of Christopher Dawson)

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Medieval Britain: A Very Short Introduction

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An accessible and concise overview of the Middle Ages, written by a leading expert in the field. Covers key topics such as the rise of Christianity, the development of feudalism, and the Black Death.

Medieval Britain: A Very Short Introduction

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Medieval Britain: A Very Short Introduction (Very...

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Western Europe in the Middle Ages, 300-1475

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Examines the major issues facing Europe during the High Middle Ages. Tierney explores the intellectual and religious developments of the period, as well as the political and economic factors that shaped medieval society.

Western Europe in the Middle Ages: 300-1475

Western Europe in the Middle Ages 300-1475 by...

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The Medieval Imagination

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Provides a panoramic overview of the medieval world, from the fall of the Roman Empire to the Renaissance. Le Goff discusses the major institutions, ideas, and people of the Middle Ages.

The Medieval Imagination

The Medieval Imagination

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The De Re Militari of Vegetius

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A comprehensive and readable survey of the Middle Ages, written by a leading expert in the field. Provides a clear and concise overview of the key events and themes of the period.

The De Re Militari of Vegetius

The De Re Militari of Vegetius

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A History of Medieval Europe

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A comprehensive and authoritative history of England from the Anglo-Saxon period to the present day. Covers the Middle Ages in great detail, providing a rich and nuanced understanding of this period of English history.

A History of Medieval Europe: From Constantine to...

A History of Medieval Europe, From Constantine to...

A History of Medieval Europe: From Constantine to...

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The Later Middle Ages, 1272-1485

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A detailed and scholarly history of England during the Middle Ages, written by one of the leading medievalists of his time. Covers a wide range of topics, including the Norman Conquest, the Hundred Years' War, and the Black Death.

The Later Middle Ages, 1272-1485 (Norton Library...

Later Middle Ages, 1272-1485

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Martin of Tours

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Examines the origins of Europe in the early Middle Ages. Pernoud traces the development of the Church, the rise of feudalism, and the emergence of the first nation-states.

(Deutsch) Martin von Tours: Einer, der wußte, was recht ist

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The Hundred Years War, Volume 1

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This multivolume work is the most comprehensive history of the Hundred Years War ever written. Sumption provides a detailed account of the military campaigns, the political maneuvering, and the social and economic impact of the war.

The Hundred Years War: Trial by Battle (The Middle...

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The Black Death

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Provides a comprehensive overview of the Black Death, one of the most devastating pandemics in human history. Aberth discusses the origins of the plague, its spread throughout Europe, and its impact on medieval society.

The Black Death

The Black Death

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Provides a comprehensive overview of the Crusades, the religious wars fought between Christians and Muslims in the Middle Ages. Riley-Smith discusses the origins of the Crusades, their military campaigns, and their impact on medieval society.

The Crusades: A History

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Rural Economy and Country Life in the Medieval West

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Provides a comprehensive overview of the medieval countryside, which was home to the majority of the population. Duby discusses the agricultural practices, the social structure, and the religious beliefs of the rural population.

Rural Economy and Country Life in the Medieval West

Rural Economy and Country Life in the Medieval West

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Provides a comprehensive overview of the lives of women in the Middle Ages. Power discusses the legal, social, and economic status of women, as well as their roles in the family, the Church, and the community.

Medieval Women (Canto Classics)

Medieval Women (Canto) by Eileen Power (1997-10-13)

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The Beginnings of Western Science

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Provides a comprehensive overview of medieval science, which was a complex and diverse field of study. Lindberg discusses the major scientific ideas of the Middle Ages, as well as the scientists who made them possible.

The Beginnings of Western Science: The European...

The Beginnings of Western Science: The European...

The Beginnings of Western Science: The European...

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Medieval Technology and Social Change

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Provides a comprehensive overview of medieval technology, which was a major factor in the development of the Middle Ages. White discusses the major technological innovations of the period, as well as the people who made them possible.

Medieval Technology and Social Change

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Histoire continue (L')

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Provides a comprehensive overview of medieval history, written in French. Duby discusses the major events, ideas, and people of the Middle Ages, as well as their impact on the development of Europe.

Histoire continue (L')

Histoire continue (L')

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