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Afghanistan: A Forgotten Medieval Kingdom

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Published: October 21, 2024 15:43

Uncover the history of Afghanistan’s forgotten medieval kingdom, written about in a 14th-century chronicle but lost to time. Learn how this kingdom, ruled by a Kurdish dynasty, resisted Mongol dominance before fading from the historical record.

New Medieval Books: The Rules of Logic

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Published: October 21, 2024 03:25

The most widely read introduction to logic in the Arabic-speaking world, this work dates to the 13th century. If you enjoy reading about propositions and syllogism, then this book is for you.

New Medieval Books: Raiders, Rulers, and Traders

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Published: October 20, 2024 21:50

A sweeping history from prehistoric times to the 20th century, this book examines how the horse helped shaped civilization along the Eurasian Steppe. Several chapters focus on medieval empires, including the Turks, Mongols and Timurids.

New Medieval Books: Ben Cao Gang Mu

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Published: October 17, 2024 19:50

This extensive collection, translated into English across nine large volumes, serves as a comprehensive encyclopedia of medical and pharmaceutical knowledge. Within its thousands of entries, readers can discover how plants and animals were utilized for…

Whispers from Beyond: Medieval Ghosts and Their Messages About the Afterlife

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Published: October 17, 2024 17:28

In the Middle Ages, ghostly encounters were more than just frightening tales—they were seen as windows into the afterlife, offering messages from purgatory or warnings from demonic spirits. Discover how medieval people communicated with the dead and what…

The Green Ages with Annette Kehnel – The Medieval Podcast, Episode 262

https://www.medievalists.net/2024/10/the-green-ages-with-annette-kehnel-the-medieval-podcast-episode-262/

Published: October 17, 2024 12:05

New and high-tech solutions for a sustainable future are being proposed on the daily, but what if some of the best ideas actually reside in the past? This week on The Medieval Podcast, Danièle speaks with Annette Kehnel about the way medieval communities…

John of Brienne: King of Jerusalem and Emperor of Constantinople

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Published: October 16, 2024 21:57

We have released our first digital book - John of Brienne: King of Jerusalem and Emperor of Constantinople, by James Turner. You can buy it now on our Patreon Shop.

Jinty Nelson passes away

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Published: October 16, 2024 16:57

Jinty Nelson, an Emerita Professor of Medieval History at King's College London, has passed away at the age of 82.

New Medieval Books: The Eagle and The Hart

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Published: October 15, 2024 18:05

A rivalry between two cousins shaped the course of English history—King Richard II and his eventual usurper, King Henry IV. This double-biography delves into their tumultuous relationship, exploring the dramatic events that led to the overthrow of a…

A Chaotic Medieval Sport: La Soule à la Crosse

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Published: October 15, 2024 16:05

In medieval Europe, sports weren't just for the elite—chaotic games like la soule à la crosse saw townsfolk and peasants clashing with sticks in hand. Discover how this unruly precursor to modern hockey captivated communities and sparked royal bans due to…

Armenia’s oldest church discovered

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Published: October 15, 2024 13:05

Archaeologists from Germany and Armenia have made a remarkable discovery in the ancient Armenian city of Artaxata: the remains of a previously unknown early Christian church.

Translatio Scientiae: Chaucer, the Astrolabe, and Making English Scientific

https://www.medievalists.net/2024/10/translatio-scientiae-chaucer-the-astrolabe-and-making-english-scientific/

Published: October 15, 2024 10:05

I examine how Chaucer’s vocabularies—whether translated or adopted—offer new possibilities for using English as a language for scientific knowledge and for articulating and even creating new communities of scientific readers and practitioners.

The Challenges and Pitfalls of an ‘Authentic’ Medieval Wargame

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Published: October 14, 2024 23:13

The medieval period is a perennial favourite amongst the tabletop wargamer. Figure ranges in all scales, from the ubiquitous 28mm down to 6mm, are extensive, and new rulesets come out on a regular basis.

New Medieval Books: Frankish Jerusalem

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Published: October 14, 2024 19:19

After the First Crusade, Jerusalem became a melting pot of new settlers, leading to the rise of a transformed community. This book delves into 12th-century property records to uncover how these immigrants reshaped and redefined the city's landscape.