Archaeological work at Sparrenburg Castle, located in western Germany, has revealed a staircase descending deep into a medieval moat.

This week on The Medieval Podcast, Danièle speaks with Margaret L. King about Renaissance man Pompeo Colonna, why he’s writing in defense of women, and how he crafts his argument.

As the holiday season approaches, let us delve into the world of medieval poets to explore how Christmas made its way into their works.

The first book in The Saga of Hasting the Accursed series, this historical novel is set in the eighth century and follows a Viking warrior as he makes an epic journey across Europe.

There were many strange quirks associated with the justice systems of the Crusader States. They were, after all, on the frontiers of Christendom and many aspects of their law books were arcane in the extreme.

Archaeologists in The Netherlands have made a rare and intriguing discovery: a floor constructed entirely from animal bones.

This lively piece blends the merriment of Christmas with the revelry of drinking, transporting us to the jubilant atmosphere of medieval feasts.

What did medieval people think were the worst jobs you could have? The answers will surprise you.

It was Christmas at Camelot! This week Substack hosted an evening of live festive readings in Clerkenwell, London.

In the Late Middle Ages, particularly in German-speaking lands, the perception of giants underwent a notable transformation—from monstrous and malevolent figures to noble and heroic ones. This book explores numerous examples where giants, and those considered “gigantic,” evolved into celebrated hometown heroes.

One of its gripping moments in Sverris Saga recounts a speech Sverre delivered in 1186, addressing his followers on the dangers of overdrinking—a timeless warning wrapped in medieval drama.

Call for questions for the last Q&A of the year! First, apologies for having missed a month on the Q&A.