The 1066 Norwegian Invasion of England in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle
The goal of this paper is to understand how the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle portrays the Norwegian Invasion of 1066 and how they characterize the Norwegians, particularly the figure of Haraldr Harðráði.
Linear frontiers in the 9th century: Bulgaria and Wessex
I intend to answer some of those questions through a comparison between two famous, yet relatively neglected examples of imposition of ‘linear frontiers’ onto the landscape of early medieval Europe, both dated to the 9th century.
Medieval Religious, Religions, Religion
This article sketches the most important shift in medieval religious history over the past few decades: the transition from ‘church history’ to ‘the history of religious culture.’
Richard III to be buried in Leicester
A British High Court has decided that the remains of Richard III should be buried at Leicester Cathedral.
‘Protecting the non-combatant’: Chivalry, Codes and the Just War Theory
The concept of chivalry, a traditional code of conduct idealised by the knightly class relating to times of both peace and war, dominated the medieval period and many of the scholars who contributed to the principle of jus in bello were in fact writing about chivalry.
Ten Strange Medieval Nicknames
The Fowler, Fiery Face, and King Bark – some of the strangest nicknames from the Middle Ages.
Margaret Stewart of Scotland, Dauphine of France
The chroniclers say Margaret had a talent for writing rhymes and poetry like her father. She was fond of court life and was popular with the courtiers but for the most part bored and unhappy.
Galeata: chronic migraine independently considered in a medieval headache classification
We aim to review main headache classifications during Classical antiquity and compared them with that proposed in the 11th century by Constantine the African in his Liber Pantegni, one of the most influential texts in medieval medicine.
The Wonderful Wonders of the East
The Wonders of the East is an author’s attempt to not only introduce readers to strange sights they may never see with their own eyes (since most people did not travel extensively), but also to make sense of some things they might see every day.
J.R.R. Tolkien’s Beowulf published today
Nearly 90 years after he first made the translation, J.R.R. Tolkien’s version of Beowulf arrives at bookstores around the world today.
Primstav and Apocalypse Time and its Reckoning in Medieval Scandinavia
This work is intended as an exploration of methods of time-reckoning and conception in Medieval Scandinavia. In the main this is tied to the dynamism between a duality: that of the cyclical and linear models of time‟s progression. Involved in this study are sources verbal and pictoral.
Monastic Space and the Use of Books in Anglo-Norman England
My summary of a paper given at the Institute of Historical Research on: Monastic Space and the Use of Books in Anglo-Norman England.
How Destructive were the Vikings?
Danielle Trynoski reports on the paper “How Much Material Damage Did the Northmen Do in Northern Europe?” given by Lesley Anne Morden
Ten Controversial Books about the Middle Ages
Ten books that can cause a stir among medievalists.
Truth or Consequences: Fiction vs Fact in Historical Research
When is a story a story and not a record of history?
Why Study Heresy in the Later Middle Ages?
An interview of Dr. Rob Lutton by Tom O’Loughlin for the University of Nottingham’s Department of Theology and Religious Studies
Ten Thoughts on Game of Thrones, Season 4 Episode 7: Mockingbird
Even a show that spends most of its time setting up future episodes offers the viewer a lot to enjoy!
Wax or wane? Insect perspectives on human environmental interactions
The sites discussed in this paper include a range of sites investigated on national road schemes and other development projects across Ireland, covering a long time-span from the Neolithic period through to the medieval period.
MOVIE REVIEW: ‘A Knight’s Tale’
Staying home on a Sunday night? Looking for a fun medieval movie to watch? Here is my review of ‘A Knight’s Tale’ for your Sunday night selection!
Would You Be Able to Claim the Iron Throne?
Something a little fun for our fans of Game of Thrones! Sadly, I was too nice to rule Westeros ~ PK
Chivalry, Feudalism, and Source Criticism: The Writing of Medieval German Military History
A paper from the 49th International Congress on Medieval Studies
Medieval Saints Quiz
Time to test your knowledge of medieval hagiography.
Castle for Sale: Belvelly Castle
This picturesque Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland was once owned by Sir Walter Raleigh.
Videos on Medieval Stained Glass
These seven short videos explore topics around stained glass and its use in medieval churches.
Merovingian Movies Mania, Part 2: The Good King Dagobert
The synopsis is quite simple: a boy has some homework to complete about the life of the king. He daydreams, transforms his parents as the king and one of his queens …