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4 days ago

New Medieval Books: Huon d'Auvergne - Medievalists.net

Huon d'Auvergne is a 14th-century epic poem featuring a journey to hell with 12,000 lines of rich narrative.
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1 week ago

Chaucer's Wade Uncovered: A Medieval Romance, Not a Monster Tale - Medievalists.net

The lost Song of Wade is a chivalric romance, not a supernatural tale, as revealed by recent scholarly interpretations.
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2 weeks ago

Medieval preacher invoked chivalric hero as a meme in sermon

Falk and Wade believe the correct translation of "elves" is "wolves," due to a scribe's muddling of the letters "y" and "w" in the Humiliamini sermon.
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1 month ago

The Medieval Sleeping Beauty - Medievalists.net

The original Sleeping Beauty tale is darker and more complex than modern adaptations, showcasing themes of destiny and fate.
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1 month ago
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Online Course: Tolkien and his Medieval Sources - Medievalists.net

Tolkien's works are deeply influenced by medieval literature, transforming ancient stories for modern audiences.
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6 months ago
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Online Course: Tolkien and his Medieval Sources - Medievalists.net

Tolkien's inspiration from medieval literature enhances his narratives in the modern fantasy genre.
The course offers a deep dive into how ancient texts influenced Tolkien's world-building.
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1 month ago

New Medieval Books: Realms of the Round Table - Medievalists.net

This book uncovers lesser-known Arthurian tales, expanding the understanding and legacy of the Arthurian legend beyond the well-known Le Morte D'Arthur.
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1 month ago

Sin and Creativity in the Middle Ages: New Book Explores Medieval German Devotional Writing - Medievalists.net

Dr. Sarah Bowden's new book explores the connection between sin, penance, and literary creativity in 11th-12th century German literature.
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2 months ago

Medieval Infancy with Julie Singer - Medievalists.net

"In the medieval context, children were often seen as innocent yet insightful beings, capable of expressing truths and moral lessons that adults might overlook or forget."
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3 months ago

A convenyent foode'?: university republishes 450-year-old book on cheese

An ancient text on cheese highlights enduring dietary wisdom, emphasizing individual body types and the effects of food like cheese on health.
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3 months ago

The Medieval Writings of Jean Bodel with Lynn Ramey - Medievalists.net

Jean Bodel was a highly influential yet often overlooked medieval writer whose diverse work crossed various genres.
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4 months ago

New Medieval Books: Story, World and Character in the Late Islendingasogur - Medievalists.net

Rogue sagas, often overlooked, feature rich narratives and deserve scholarly attention for their unique storytelling and character development.
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4 months ago

How Medieval Nobles Learned French - Medievalists.net

The Treatise of Walter of Bibbesworth is a unique medieval text that teaches the French language through practical lessons of daily life, orienting English nobility.
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4 months ago

One Devoted Woman: An Interview with Kristen Holt-Browning on her debut historical novel - Medievalists.net

Kristen Holt-Browning's novel intertwines the lives of two women across centuries, illustrating the persistent themes of spirituality and devotion.
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4 months ago

New Medieval Books: The Romance of Mont St. Michel - Medievalists.net

The book provides a complete translation of Guillaume de St. Paier's account of Mont St. Michel, blending history with legends in an engaging format.
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5 months ago

New Medieval Books: Waltharius - Medievalists.net

Waltharius has been a treasure hoarded by professional scholars, lacking wider readership despite its significance in medieval literature, similar to Beowulf and the Nibelungenlied.
History
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5 months ago

The Battle of Torelore: A Parody of Chivalry in Aucassin et Nicolette - Medievalists.net

Aucassin et Nicolette creatively subverts chivalric romance with satire and playful conventions.
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5 months ago

Medieval University Life Was Rough-Just Ask the Freshmen - Medievalists.net

The Manuale scholarium narrates a ritual where older students humiliate new ones through grotesque hazing, like sawing off fake horns and forcing them to buy drinks.
History
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5 months ago

New Medieval Books: Medieval Love Letters - Medievalists.net

The anthology illustrates how medieval correspondence captures the complexities of love, portraying a vibrant emotional landscape that defies the era's typical portrayals of relationships.
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5 months ago

Sir Moriaen: The Black Knight of Arthurian Legend - Medievalists.net

Moriaen is a pioneering literary work featuring a Black hero, exploring themes of race and identity in medieval Europe.
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7 months ago

New Medieval Books: Medieval Literature: An Introduction to Type-Scenes - Medievalists.net

Type-scenes in medieval literature convey meaning through predictable character and action sequences that advance narratives.
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