Explore how medieval institutions shaped society—from monasteries to trade guilds and knightly orders.
This historical study surveys the economy, rules, and everyday life that underpinned medieval life, offering a concise look at how religious houses, crafts, and military brotherhoods influenced culture, learning, and community.
In these lectures, you’ll find a clear, practitioner-friendly overview of monastic life, the rise of trade guilds, and the military orders that defined chivalry. The author situates these groups within broader social changes and highlights how they shaped art, education, and public life in England and across Europe. The work aims to spark curiosity and point readers toward further sources and discoveries."synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the economy and everyday functions of medieval monasteries. It offers a concise history of monasticism, with particular attention to the Benedictine rule. The author takes us through the daily routine of a monk's life, from the time they woke for midnight prayers to the moment they retired to their dormitories at night. The book also highlights the monasteries' role in the development of European culture, particularly in the areas of literature, art, and architecture. This book is an enlightening read for anyone interested in medieval history, the history of Christianity, or the development of Western civilization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282675677_0
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Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780282675677
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780282675677
Quantity: 15 available