History - Medieval/The Middle Ages
Explore the captivating world of the Medieval period with a vast collection of books and writings. Discover the rich tapestry of the Middle Ages, filled with knights, castles, and epic battles. Uncover the social, cultural, and political dynamics that shaped Europe from the 5th to the 15th century. Each text offers insights into the life and times of a period that continues to influence modern society.
Brick and Marble in the Middle Ages: Notes of Tours in the North of Italy
Embark on a journey through northern Italy's medieval architectural wonders, where brick and marble tell tales of artistic evolution and historical significance.
By George Edmund Street
Constantinople: The Story of the Old Capital of the Empire
Witness the rise and fall of a magnificent city, strategically placed between continents, which became the heart of an empire and a key player in shaping history.
By William Holden Hutton
The Herd Boy and His Hermit
** Amidst a kingdom torn apart by war, a shepherd boy crosses paths with a noble girl and a mysterious hermit, setting him on a journey of discovery that reveals a hidden lineage.
By Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary) Yonge
William of Malmesbury's Chronicle of the Kings of England From the earliest period to the reign of King Stephen
Witness the rise and fall of kings, the clash of cultures, and the epic struggle for power that shaped England from its earliest days.
By of Malmesbury William
Essay on the Life and Institutions of Offa, King of Mercia, A.D. 755-794
Discover the story of a ruthless king who united a nation through conquest and cunning, yet forever stained his legacy with betrayal.
By Henry Mackenzie
The Defensive Armour and the Weapons and Engines of War of Mediæval Times, and of the "Renaissance."
Uncover the secrets of medieval and Renaissance battlefields. The book reveals the evolution of armor and weapons, from basic designs to complex tools of war.
By R. Coltman (Robert Coltman) Clephan
Hugh, Bishop of Lincoln A Short Story of One of the Makers of Mediaeval England
Witness a young man's journey of piety and leadership as he navigates religious aspirations, personal temptations, and powerful influences on the medieval world.
By Charles L. (Charles Latimer) Marson
Medieval Medicine
Uncover a time of unexpected healing and knowledge, defying the dark stereotypes of medicine long ago.
By James J. (James Joseph) Walsh
The Knights Templars
Witness the rise and tragic fall of a group of medieval warriors who protected pilgrims, battled for their faith, and were ultimately betrayed.
By C. G. (Charles Greenstreet) Addison
The Black Death, and The Dancing Mania
A deadly plague and a strange dancing frenzy reveal the hidden layers of human nature amid chaos and uncertainty in Europe.
By J. F. C. (Justus Friedrich Carl) Hecker
Red Eve
Amidst clashing swords and forbidden love, a noblewoman finds herself torn between duty and her heart's desire with a commoner as war looms.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Manners, Customs, and Dress During the Middle Ages and During the Renaissance Period
Travel back in time to discover how people in the Middle Ages and Renaissance ate, dressed, and behaved.
By P. L. Jacob
Knights and their days
Explore the intertwined paths of historical knights as they navigated love, war, and honor, revealing the true nature of chivalry.
By Dr. (John) Doran
The Abbatial Crosier; or, Bonaik and Septimine. A Tale of a Medieval Abbess
Amidst medieval conflict, a former slave and an aging goldsmith face tyranny and change, forging an unexpected bond in a world on the brink.
By Eugène Sue
A Source Book for Mediæval History Selected Documents illustrating the History of Europe in the Middle Age
Uncover Europe's transformative medieval past through carefully selected historical documents, revealing the key figures and moments that shaped the continent.
By Oliver J. (Oliver Joseph) Thatcher
Petrarch, the First Modern Scholar and Man of Letters A Selection from His Correspondence with Boccaccio and Other Friends, Designed to Illustrate the Beginnings of the Renaissance
Experience the Renaissance firsthand through letters that reveal one scholar's personal life and monumental influence during a time of cultural rebirth.
By Francesco Petrarca
The truce of God: A tale of the eleventh century
Amidst a bloody, long-standing family feud, two young nobles must choose between honor and hatred when the Church's peace interrupts and a forbidden love blossoms.
By George H. (George Henry) Miles
William the Conqueror and the Rule of the Normans
Witness the gripping account of a leader whose invasion reshaped a kingdom and changed the course of history forever.
By F. M. (Frank Merry) Stenton
Arts and crafts in the Middle Ages : $b a description of mediaeval workmanship in several of the departments of applied art, together with some account of special artisans in the early Renaissance
Step back in time to witness the revival of ancient artistry, where gold and silver shimmer, tapestries weave stories, and guilds shape the destiny of craftsmanship.
By Julia de Wolf Addison
The Rise of Universities
Journey back to the Middle Ages to discover the surprising birth of universities and their lasting revolution of education and intellectual life.
By Charles Homer Haskins