New Medieval Books: Joan of Arc - Medievalists.net
Joan of Arc's life transformed into a mutable cultural icon, repeatedly recast as hero, monster, and saint, maintaining powerful resonance in France across six centuries.
Robin Hood and the Christmastime Tradition with Alex Kaufman - Medievalists.net
Robin Hood's legend evolved into a Christmastime pantomime favourite, spanning incarnations from cartoon heartthrob to gruff Hugh Jackman and even robbing Santa.
New Medieval Books: Medievalism in Russian and Ukrainian Political Discourses - Medievalists.net
Medieval history is invoked by Russian and Ukrainian political actors to legitimize contemporary territorial claims and national narratives during the war.