History and related reading for the medieval enthusiast.
The Kalevala: An Epic Poem after Oral Tradition
This new and exciting translation by poet Keith Bosley, is the first to truly combine liveliness with accuracy in a way which reflects the richness of the origi...[Read More]
The Byzantine Wars
A history of the wars between Byzantium and its numerous foes - the Goths, Arabs, Slavs, Crusaders and Ottoman Turks. By the middle of the sixth century the Byz...[Read More]
The Last Days of the Incas
In 1532, the fifty-four-year-old Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro led a force of 167 men, including his four brothers, to the shores of Peru, heralding th...[Read More]
The Mabinogion
Celtic mythology, Arthurian romance, and an intriguing interpretation of British history--these are just some of the themes embraced by the anonymous authors of...[Read More]
Handbook to Life in Medieval & Early Modern Japan
Handbook to Life in Medieval and Early Modern Japan provides all the essential information for anyone interested in Japanese history, society, or culture.
The Welsh Wars of Independence: 410-1415
This study analyzes the wars of Welsh independence that encompass centuries of raids, expeditions, battles, and sieges.
Condottiere 1300–1500: Infamous Medieval Mercenaries
Originally hired by wealthy Italian city states to protect their assets during a time of ceaseless warring, the Condottiere of the Italian peninsula became famo...[Read More]
History of Medieval India
Satish Chandra's History of Medieval India is a comprehensive overview of the history of the Indian subcontinent during the thousand-year period between the eig...[Read More]
Knights Templar Encyclopedia: The Essential Guide to the People, Places, Events, & Symbols of the Order of the Temple
This book presents the fascinating history behind the most famous military religious Order of the Crusades--the Knights Templar. Written by leading Templar auth...[Read More]
Mass Market Medieval: Essays on the Middle Ages in Popular Culture
The 13 essays in this book explore the medieval invasion of today's media and consider the various ways--from film and print to websites and video games--that t...[Read More]
Queen Isabella: Treachery, Adultery, & Murder in Medieval England
In this vibrant biography, acclaimed author Alison Weir reexamines the life of Isabella of England, one of history’s most notorious and charismatic queens. Isab...[Read More]
A Middle English Reader & Vocabulary
Scholarly and highly informative, this anthology represents a distinctive contribution to the understanding and enjoyment of Middle English literature.
