Medieval Europe

Marked by C. Warren Hollister's clear historical vision and engaging teaching style, this classic text has been judiciously revised by Judith Bennett; the tenth edition includes greater coverage of Byzantium and Islam, a revised map program, a new essay program on medieval myths, and more. In his preface to the eighth edition, Professor Hollister wrote of his realization, while in college, that our world today "is a product of the medieval past." Medieval Europe introduces today's students to the medieval roots of our own society.Updated coverage of the histories of Byzantium and Islam includes a new chapter (4) entitled "Neighbors: Byzantium and Islam, c. 500 Ĺź 1000," as well as expanded treatment in later chapters of the book. A new essay program, "Medieval Myths," explores popular figures and tales from medieval times, such as King Arthur, Lady Godiva, and Robin Hood. A thoroughly revised and expanded program of maps complements the text.New lists of suggested primary sources now conclude every chapter. Citations for all quotations are now listed at the back of the book, so that students may easily find modern translations.Dispels the popular notion that medieval Europe was a wholly disastrous time, instead demonstrating that it was a time of constant change Celebrates the creativity of Medieval Europe and its effect on our world today--in our notions of education, government, social structure, and social justiceFeatures three parts (on early, central, and later Middle Ages) that reflect the key periods within the Middle Ages.