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Discover the enchanting world of the Middle Ages with 'Heroes and Marvels of the Middle Ages.' This captivating history book invites you to explore the legends and lore that shaped a vibrant epoch. Uncover the tales of illustrious heroes such as Charlemagne, El Cid, King Arthur, and Merlin the Wizard, who still inspire countless generations today. This beautifully illustrated volume takes you on a journey through the fantastical realms of the miraculous – delve into the awe-inspiring cathedral, the formidable castle, and the tranquil cloister. Perfect for history buffs and enthusiasts of medieval literature, this book reveals how imagination shaped society and culture in the Middle Ages, weaving together threads of memory and fantasy into a compelling narrative.
Published in 2020 by Reaktion Books, Heroes and Marvels of the Middle Ages is brand new and offers a fresh perspective on medieval history. With an ISBN of 9781789142129, it is a must-have addition to your reading list or collection.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled..
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789142129
Year: 2020
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
Heroes and Marvels of the Middle Ages is a history like no other: it is a history of the imagination, presented through two celebrated groups of the period. One group consists of heroes: Charlemagne, El Cid, King Arthur, Orlando, Pope Joan, Melusine, Merlin the Wizard, and also the fox and the unicorn. The other is the miraculous, represented here by three forms of power that dominated medieval society: the cathedral, the castle and the cloister.
This imaginative history is a continuing story that presents the heroes and marvels of the Middle Ages as the times defined them: venerated, then bequeathed to future centuries where they have continued to live and transform through remembrance of the past, adaptation to the present and openness to the future.
Published in 2020 by Reaktion Books, Heroes and Marvels of the Middle Ages is brand new and offers a fresh perspective on medieval history. With an ISBN of 9781789142129, it is a must-have addition to your reading list or collection.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled..
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789142129
Year: 2020
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
Heroes and Marvels of the Middle Ages is a history like no other: it is a history of the imagination, presented through two celebrated groups of the period. One group consists of heroes: Charlemagne, El Cid, King Arthur, Orlando, Pope Joan, Melusine, Merlin the Wizard, and also the fox and the unicorn. The other is the miraculous, represented here by three forms of power that dominated medieval society: the cathedral, the castle and the cloister.
This imaginative history is a continuing story that presents the heroes and marvels of the Middle Ages as the times defined them: venerated, then bequeathed to future centuries where they have continued to live and transform through remembrance of the past, adaptation to the present and openness to the future.