The Medieval Scene: An Informal Introduction to the Middle Ages - Softcover

Coulton, G. G.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521091063 ISBN 13: 9780521091060

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1930

Synopsis

First published in 1930, this delightful book by G. G. Coulton (1858-1947) was first conceived as a series of broadcast lectures dealing with social conditions in Britain during the Middle Ages. With characteristic economy and precision, Dr Coulton unlocks the mysteries of the medieval mind by studying the social habits and circumstances that defined the period. Much of medieval society centred on the Church, and a significant portion of the study focuses on the ways in which politics, law, scholasticism and trade functioned in a society dominated by Christianity. Written in a clear, simple style and illustrated throughout with vignettes and plates, this book serves as an excellent introduction to medieval society.

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Book Description:

With characteristic economy and precision, Dr Coulton unlocks the mysteries of the medieval mind by studying the social habits and circumstances that defined the period. Much of medieval society centred on the Church, and a significant portion of the study focuses on the ways in which politics, law, scholasticism and trade functioned in a society dominated by Christianity.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1930
• ISBN 10: 0521091063
• ISBN 13: 9780521091060
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 184