Medieval Lives c. 1000-1292

Name: Medieval Lives c. 1000-1292
Brand: Taylor & Francis
SKU: 9781138677081
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The World of the Beaugency Family

By Amy Livingstone

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Medieval Lives c. 1000–1292: The World of the Beaugency Family explores life in Western Europe during the Central Middle Ages through the lens of the Beaugency family. Covering two centuries of profound change, it examines pivotal events like the crusades and the rise of the commercial economy, revealing how these shaped everyday lives and culture.

The book offers a personalised perspective on history by tracing the experiences of one family, enriching understanding of medieval events through human stories. It includes maps, genealogical tables, over thirty images, and numerous archival sources to deepen study.
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This book is ideal for students and readers seeking a unique, immersive introduction to the Central Middle Ages. It suits those interested in medieval history, social change, and the personal impacts of historical events.

Medieval Lives c.1000-1300 uses one family to unpack the history of Western Europe and teach students about historical methodology. This innovative volume personalizes the history of the Middle Ages allowing students to see how large historical events affected or shaped the lives of medieval people.

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Medieval Lives c. 1000–1292: The World of the Beaugency Family is a gateway into Europe during the Central Middle Ages. Through charting the lives of the Beaugency family, this book delves into the history of Western Europe and explores the impact of the changes and events of the period on those who experienced them.

The Central Middle Ages were years of profound transformation. Through the two centuries in which they lived, the Beaugency family experienced many of the key developments that characterised the period, such as the launch of the crusades and the emergence of the commercial economy. By following the lives of the family, this book instils a deeper understanding of the significance that human experience has on our ability to truly comprehend the crucial historical events of the age. It personalises the history of the Middle Ages and provides students with a unique insight into the culture of the period.

Containing maps, genealogical tables, over thirty images, a large collection of previously unpublished archival sources used throughout the book, and accompanied by a companion website with interactive features, Medieval Lives c. 1000–1292: The World of the Beaugency Family is a portal into the lives of the Beaugency family and an ideal introduction to the Central Middle Ages.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781138677081

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 July 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Routledge

Illustration: 2 Tables, black and white; 39 Halftones, black and white

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 566g

Pages: 298

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About the Author

Amy Livingstone is Professor of History at Ball State University, USA. She is author of Out of Love for My Kin: Aristocratic Family Life in the Lands of the Loire, 1000–1200, and several articles on noblewomen and noble families. She is also co-editor of Writing Medieval Women's Lives and the journal Medieval Prosopography.