{"title":"Robert Fossier","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep into the captivating world of medieval history with the works of Robert Fossier. An esteemed French historian, Fossier is renowned for his meticulous exploration of the Middle Ages. His writing, detailed and rich with insight, opens a window into a time that shaped much of modern civilisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in Fossier's collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Axe and the Oath\u003c\/em\u003e. This book provides an enthralling account of the daily lives, struggles, and societal norms of people during the medieval period. Fossier's ability to weave scholarly research with engaging narrative makes this book an enlightening read for both history enthusiasts and casual readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith an emphasis on accuracy and accessible storytelling, Fossier's books in the History \u0026amp; Military category serve as an essential resource for anyone looking to understand the profound influences of medieval times. Whether you're a history aficionado or simply curious about the past, Robert Fossier's works are a treasure trove of knowledge!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-axe-and-the-oath-by-robert-fossier-9780691154312","title":"The Axe and the Oath","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Axe and the Oath\u003c\/em\u003e, one of the world's leading medieval historians presents a compelling picture of daily life in the Middle Ages as it was experienced by ordinary people. Writing for general readers, Robert Fossier vividly describes how these vulnerable people confronted life, from birth to death, including childhood, marriage, work, sex, food, illness, religion, and the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile most histories of the period focus on the ideas and actions of the few who wielded power and stress how different medieval people were from us, Fossier concentrates on the other nine-tenths of humanity in the period and concludes that \"medieval man is us\". Drawing on a broad range of evidence, Fossier describes how medieval men and women encountered, coped with, and understood the basic material facts of their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe learn how people related to agriculture, animals, the weather, the forest, and the sea; how they used alcohol and drugs; and how they buried their dead. But \u003cem\u003eThe Axe and the Oath\u003c\/em\u003e is about much more than simply the material demands of life. We also learn how ordinary people experienced the social, cultural, intellectual, and spiritual aspects of medieval life, from memory and imagination to writing and the Church.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a sweeping new vision of the Middle Ages that will entertain and enlighten readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849992884460,"sku":"9780691154312","price":70.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1530263482434.jpg?v=1759073235"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/robert-fossier.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}