The Medieval World
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Dorsey Armstrong
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Dorsey Armstrong
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The Great Courses
About this listen
Far from being a time of darkness, the Middle Ages was an essential period in the grand narrative of Western history. But what was it like to actually live in those extraordinary times? Now you can find out.
These 36 lectures provide a different perspective on the society and culture of the Middle Ages - one that entrenches you in the daily human experience of living during this underappreciated era. Drawing on history, literature, the arts, technology, and science, these lectures will deepen the way you understand not only the Middle Ages but everything that came afterward: From the Renaissance, to the Enlightenment, to your own world.
Filled with amazing insights, this series brings you closer than ever before to life as it was lived and felt. You'll meet the likes of William Caxton, England's first printer who not only printed and distributed a variety of works but also often had to translate them himself; learn about Hugh of Payns and the role of his Knights Templar - organized for the protection of pilgrims traveling to Jerusalem - in the creation of the first modern bank; see how communities dealt with marriage in a time when the church had not yet drawn this institution into its orbit; and much more.
Rich with information and period detail (including revealing examples of medieval literature from the English, French, Norse, Icelandic, and Italian worlds), these lectures will dramatically increase your understanding of how lives in the Middle Ages were really lived.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.
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- Holly
- 2018-07-09
Good performance. Much detail
A good performance from the narrator.A little harder to follow then my last listen, which was the ancient Egypt. Which is understandable since there is much more knowledge of this period. A good look into what life was like. The discussion of war is present but if that’s your main interest there isn’t a lot .
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- Justin Harris
- 2018-10-30
Excellent!
Vivid, impassioned, erudite, knowledgeable, and entertaining. Excellent content and presentation. I highly recommend this book.
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- Britney Lee
- 2020-04-24
Educational
Very informative with good pacing, and the narrator is clear and concise. Nice for a listen while doing other things like going for a walk or playing minecraft.
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- Dave
- 2018-03-22
Very listenable and worthwhile
I loved this lecture series and will probably listen to it again. Dr Armstrong does a great job of framing her descriptions and explanations so you don't have to remember every detail as you go. I feel like I have a much better understanding of the medieval period and the lead into the early modern period.
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- Molly S
- 2022-12-06
Fantastic stories
Really enjoyed this lecture. Dorsey Armstrong is a great presenter with a nice pace of talking and includes lots of fun information. Definitely recommend!
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- James
- 2019-04-20
Great audiobook
Excellent audiobook, I will definitely recommend it , so much information, thank you very much for the great audiobook
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- Pesic0615
- 2022-11-21
Amazing
Dorsey does such an amazing job of presenting information in a way that’s fun and educational. I wish I could taker her lectures in person.
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- Annette Roth
- 2023-01-13
Would be good listening on a road trip!
Super interesting and easy to listen to. It’s not too academic or heavy but satisfies the curiosity of the average person interested in the Middle Ages. It would be good listening for on a road trip with like minded people.
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- MyPublicName
- 2019-07-07
The passion the prof has for her area of expertise is palpable
Learned a lot and enjoyed this very much. Engaging and short lectures - recommended. I’m definitely going to listen to all of her courses on Audible.
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- Anonymous User
- 2020-05-08
very well presented
well presented and informative, covers a great range of topics that would require a course each. good starting point!
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