Tag: Medieval History
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The Art of the Ordinary: Marginalia as a Window into Medieval Culture
Ever pondered the purpose behind medieval margin drawings? Fleur O’Reilly questions the countless possible meanings of these charming and puzzling drawings.
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Sanctuary through Illustration: A Journey through the pages of The Kennicott Bible
The beautiful Kennicott Bible (1476) is an exquisite example of medieval craftsmanship and piety. Arianna North Castell takes us into the pages of the manuscript and demonstrates how they illuminate Sephardic culture.
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Isabel of Castile: Confronting the Myth of the Catholic Queen
Isabel of Castile’s legacy is complex, seen as both a powerful leader and a religious oppressor. Arianna North Castell explores the myths surrounding the infamous queen.
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The Battle of Stamford Bridge: The Last Great Viking Raid Overshadowed in British History by Other Events of 1066
For most, the year 1066 evokes the Battle of Hastings, where William of Normandy fought Harold Godwinson. Darcy Gresham looks at the battle overshadowed by this one, that was no less influential in English history: The Battle of Stamford Bridge.
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Shattering Illusions: Medieval Gender, Religion, and Emotion – A Conversation with Dr. Kirsty Day
From cultural history and the history of emotions to the gender of the pope, Nadja Dixon interviews Edinburgh University’s Dr. Kirsty Day.
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Untimely Fruit
“Was their sex not composed of a more melancholic humour?” In this striking short fiction piece Naomi Wallace outlines the entanglement of grief, agony, and obligation which accompanied late medieval clandestine burials.
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Lucrezia Borgia: A Woman whose Reputation has been Maligned by History
Lucrezia Borgia is a figure defined by her proximity to political intrigue and sexual scandal. Francesca Newson outlines the historiographic treatment of Borgia, and the attempts to redefine her image.
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The Skull Chalice: Khan Krum and the Demise of Emperor Nikephoros
According to Theophanes the Confessor, a Byzantine chronicler, Khan Krum severed the head of the Emperor Nikephoros during their final battle and used his skull as a chalice. Kat Jivkova examines the authenticity of this medieval tale.
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