Iran's civilization is remarkable for its longevity and cultural integration, particularly through the Sassanid era, which served as a link between Rome and China. Despite its obscurity compared to the Byzantines, Sassanid history retains authenticity, reflecting the aspirations of its people while showcasing impressive architectural achievements like rock carvings.
The Byzantine Empire was among one of the greatest empires in history. One of the reasons why the empire was so successful at imprinting its memory upon the world was because of the great city of Constantinople. It was a city in the right geography and continued the traditions of a strong polis which gave […]
This is a tutorial to use Pinterest to search for Byzantine topics on the internet.
What’s new in medieval studies? Here are ten open-access articles published in June, which range Byzantine cuisine to Viking-Age dogs.
Discover the top 10 medieval castles in Ireland you can visit today, including Norman fortresses, Gaelic tower houses, and dramatic ruins like the Rock of Dunamase.
This book presents a translation of the annals compiled at Margam Abbey in southern Wales, covering the years 1066 to 1231. While primarily focused on English and Welsh events, it also includes some material on broader international affairs.
Discover how a 15th-century Book of Hours uses vivid imagery from the Vita Adae et Evae to explore apocryphal stories of Adam and Eve, spiritual struggle, and medieval views on sin and redemption.
Discover how the medieval Church emerged as a major military power, mobilizing secular armies, launching crusades, and creating unique warrior-monks through the military religious orders.
Perceforest: a medieval tale with a sleeping princess.
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The harrowing events of the 1418 Siege of Rouen, as depicted in a medieval eyewitness poem, serve as the inspiration for the Soldier of Fortune novels, where John Page becomes a soldier, outlaw, and reluctant hero.
From turn shoes to poulaines, learn how medieval shoes reflected fashion, status, and politics in the Middle Ages.
