Jordan, William Chester
Europe in the High Middle Ages (Penguin History of Europe)
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780140166644
- author:
- Jordan, William Chester
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2002
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 19.81 x 12.75 x 1.88 centimetres
- Genre:
- European history: c 500 to c 1500
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Europe in the High Middle Ages brings to life the pivotal moments of a transformative era. From the Crusades to the devastating impact of the Black Death, this account explores the complex tapestry of the High Middle Ages.
Spanning the 11th to 14th centuries, this period was marked by periods of hope and expansion, as well as catastrophic decline. The era saw the rise of powerful popes, the emergence of influential thinkers, and the clash of cultures between Christianity and Islam.
Through a vivid and detailed narrative, William Chester Jordan reconstructs the intricate web of politics, culture, and society that defined this pivotal moment in European history.
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