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Walter Goffart passes away

Walter Goffart, a leading historian of European history in late antiquity and the early Middle Ages, has passed away at the age of 90.

Podcast's Original Host
Medievalists.net
• Feb 26, 2025
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A conversation with Johanna Hanink on Greek literature, on publishing in a new field, and on podcasting

A conversation with Johanna Hanink on Greek literature (ancient, modern, and in-between), on publishing outside one’s main area of academic expertise, and on podcasting.

Podcast's Original Host
Medievalists.net
• Feb 26, 2025
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Climate Chronicles: Transylvania’s Delayed Response to the Little Ice Age

New research reveals that Transylvania experienced a delayed impact of the Little Ice Age, with historical records describing extreme weather events that shaped communities in unexpected ways.

Podcast's Original Host
Medievalists.net
• Feb 26, 2025
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25 Sayings from Ancient and Medieval China

Discover 25 powerful sayings from ancient and medieval China—timeless wisdom on success, fate, and human nature from dynasties past.

Podcast's Original Host
Medievalists.net
• Feb 26, 2025
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Rare Medieval Manuscripts Take Center Stage at TEFAF Maastricht 2025

Dr. Jörn Günther Rare Books returns to TEFAF Maastricht this year with a dazzling selection of illuminated manuscripts and miniatures, offering a glimpse into some of the finest medieval and Renaissance book art.

Podcast's Original Host
Medievalists.net
• Feb 26, 2025
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Key Event in the Fall of the Roman Empire May Not Have Happened, Historian Finds

Did the Rhine crossings of 406, long seen as a decisive moment in the fall of the Western Roman Empire, really happen as described? A new study challenges the traditional narrative, arguing that one of the key sources may have been more influenced by theology and literary tropes than historical fact.

Podcast's Original Host
Medievalists.net
• Feb 26, 2025
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A HEAD IN A BAG - AND THE FEBRUARY Q&A

Ask me anything! Here’s a wild little story I just found in the archives of the English medieval court of King’s Bench. This post also contains instructions for submitting questions for this month’s Q&A. Only paid subscribers get to post questions via the comments - but it’s easy to sign up. Just hit this button.

Podcast's Original Host
Dan Jones
• Feb 26, 2025
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Laughing at Evil: The Hidden Purpose of Gargoyles

Gargoyles aren’t just eerie stone figures—they were medieval weapons against evil, using fear, satire, and mockery to protect both buildings and beliefs.

Podcast's Original Host
Medievalists.net
• Feb 24, 2025
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New Online Course: Reading Beowulf

Dive into the epic world of Beowulf with this guided reading course! Explore the entire poem alongside related early medieval texts, uncovering its…

Podcast's Original Host
Medievalists.net
• Feb 24, 2025
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New Medieval Books: The Art of Medieval Falconry

An introduction to the sport of falconry in the medieval world, this book details several different aspects, ranging from how these birds were trained to their usefulness as gifts in diplomacy.

Podcast's Original Host
Medievalists.net
• Feb 24, 2025
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How Medieval Peoples Shaped Modern Words

Discover how medieval peoples like the Goths and Vandals left an unexpected legacy in modern language, giving rise to words that carry meanings far removed from their origins.

Podcast's Original Host
Medievalists.net
• Feb 24, 2025
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King Alfred’s Peace-Making Strategies with the Vikings

Explore how King Alfred’s peace-making strategies, from treaties to baptisms, reshaped Viking leaders into Christian rulers, ultimately transforming the fate of medieval England.

Podcast's Original Host
Medievalists.net
• Feb 24, 2025
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