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The Middle Ages was a time of major historical shifts and transformations. This amazing era reverberates with discoveries, innovations, events, and historical processes that are integral to the world we know now. In these 24 enthralling lectures, Professor Salisbury leads you on a sumptuous tour of this incredible historical epoch, making clear that the remarkable historical currents and advances of the Middle Ages unfolded not only in the West, but across the globe, from Europe, Africa, and the Middle East to Asia, the Americas, and beyond.

The 10 enlightening (and often humorous) lectures of Medieval Myths and Mysteries will show you how far from the “dark” times of legend these centuries were. Uncover the facts about the Knights Templar. Reveal the truth behind the tales of legendary creatures like the Questing Beast and the unicorn. Trace the events of the Black Death and the ways it altered the world in its wake, and much more. With Professor Armstrong, you will dig deep into the ways that later generations reshaped the narrative of the medieval years and perpetuated the myths.

Explore some of the most powerful theological ideas, economic tensions, and political struggles that shaped Western civilization. This series traces western European civilization - with detours to the East - from the transformation of the Roman Empire to a thousand-year medieval period that started slowly before 1000, flowered for 300 years, and then declined sharply with the Black Death and social revolts until Constantinople fell in 1453 and Columbus sailed in 1492.

This brilliantly taught audio course will ignite your imagination and enrich your mind. In 12 illuminating lectures, award-winning professor and acclaimed historian Prof. Christopher M. Bellitto (PhD, Fordham University) makes medieval history both engaging and enlightening. Throughout history, humans have conjured images to understand their relationships with other Christians, the wider world, and God. For medieval men and women, those images came from Christendom, which was the air they breathed.

Step back into a transformative era in Western Europe as Scottish historian Robert Balmain Mowat eloquently describes the tumultuous transition that began with the death of Emperor Frederick II. This period marked the end of a golden age in German history, giving rise to feudal territories that became nearly hereditary sovereignties and Free Imperial Cities that functioned as independent states. Amidst the confusion, a vibrant commercial life blossomed within these city-states, echoing the cultural richness found in Italy. It was a time defined by the Great Schism that fractured Christendom, ...

Journey into the vibrant world of the Middle Ages, often mischaracterized as the Dark Ages. In this captivating book, I. L. Plunket skillfully reveals the richness and diversity of this fascinating era. Meet legendary figures like Charlemagne, Richard the Lionhearted, and Joan of Arc as they leap from the pages of history. Discover the intricate tapestry of religious life, the tensions between secular and religious powers, and the emergence of nations across Europe. Prepare to see the Middle Ages in a whole new light! - Summary by Kikisaulite

This captivating work explores the intricate history of the medieval Popes, set against the rich backdrop of Rome and its vibrant civilization. The author skillfully intertwines these two narratives to create an authentic depiction of what Rome represented during the Middle Ages. Volume one delves into the state of the Roman Empire at the close of the fourth century, the climactic battle between Paganism and Christianity (AD 394), the emergence of the Primacy of Peter, and the churchs enduring conflict with Arianism.

In her insightful exploration of the Middle Ages from 918 to 1273, Beatrice Lees describes this era as a heroic period, characterized by the rise of feudalism, monasticism, chivalry, and the Crusades. It began under ominous clouds for Western Christendom, threatened by Viking raids, Saracen invasions, and the incursions of the Magyars. However, this captivating volume reveals a turning tide as the Capetian dynasty emerges in France, the Holy Roman Empire solidifies its power under Frederick Barbarossa, the Papacy reaches its zenith with Innocent III, and the remarkable Frederick II, known as ...

In this captivating second volume, Hodges brings to life the inspiring stories of fourteen renowned saints and heroes of the faith, charting the course of church history from the end of the Reformation through the 1700s. Each tale highlights their remarkable lives and the sacrifices they made for their beliefs. Among those featured are iconic figures such as Luther, More, Loyola, Cranmer, Calvin, Knox, Coligny, William the Silent, Brewster, Laud, Cromwell, Bunyan, Fox, and Wesley. This collection is perfect for both children and adults, offering enriching insights into the legacy of faith. - ...

“Jenkins is one of America’s top religious scholars.” —Forbes magazine The Lost History of Christianity by Philip Jenkins offers a revolutionary view of the history of the Christian church. Subtitled “The Thousand-Year Golden Age of the Church in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia—and...

Renowned professor Thomas F. Madden turns his scholarly eye on the intrigue and politics swirling about the Medieval Church. Professor Madden explores the compelling events that shaped the culture and forever altered history, from the Monophysite Controversy to reform movements to the Inquisition, Black Death, and Great Schism.

Take a journey through Christian history to discover the fascinating theology of the resurrection. Catholics believe that Christ died, was buried, and will come again. Through his own resurrection and the resurrection of all humans, Christ delivers us to grace and restoration. Now, in Resurrection Belief: The Theological Treasure of the Middle Ages, you will come to understand the history of the theology of the resurrection.

This issue of Christian History explores what life was like for many different types of Christians in the Middle Ages.

For fans of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, discover the story behind their unique friendship forged in the darkness of World War II and how it inspired the stories of The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, The Chronicles of Narnia and Mere Christianity. In a world devastated by the cataclysm of war...