The Central Middle Ages: 950-1320 by Daniel Power (English) Hardcover Book

by Daniel Power

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The Central Middle Ages by Daniel Power Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description This new volume in the Short Oxford History of Europe series traces the history of Europe in the central middle ages (c.950-1320), an age of far-reaching change for the continent. Seven expert contributors consider the history of this period from a variety of perspectives, including political, social, economic, religious and intellectual history. Publisher Description The period from the late tenth to the early fourteenth centuries was one of the most dynamic in European history. Latin Christendom found a new confidence which has left its mark upon the landscape in the form of the great cathedrals and castles, while thousands of new towns and villages were founded. The continent was carved up into dynastic kingdoms and principalities from which the European state system would evolve. An age of great religious enthusiasm, itdeveloped a darker side in the form of the Crusades and the persecution of heretics and this book seven experts in the field examine how Europe was transformed in theCentral Middle Ages. Thematic chapters analyse the political, social, economic, religious and intellectual history of Latin Christendom, and trace its expansion to the north, south and east. As well as many familiar topics the authors discuss less well known aspects of the period such as the popular experience of religion or the new kingdoms of east-central Europe. The

• Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
• Year: 2006
• Binding: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9780199253111
• Condition: Fine

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