Famous Medieval Words and Their Surprising Origins - Medievalists.net
Many common medieval terms originated in Latin, Greek, or Old French and evolved meanings over centuries, reflecting historical functions and later reinterpretations.
Edel Bhreathnach Wins Prize for Book on Monasticism in Ireland - Medievalists.net
Edel Bhreathnach's Monasticism in Ireland, AD 900-1250 explores the functioning of monasteries during a period of major change, questioning the true nature of the monastic church.