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Life in a Medieval Village
Frances Gies, Joseph Gies
Paperback (Harper Perennial, July 12, 2016)Medieval history comes alive in Joseph and Frances Gies’s classic bestseller on life in medieval villagesThis new reissue of Life in a Medieval Village, by respected historians Joseph and Frances Gies, paints a lively, convincing portrait of rural people at work and at play in the Middle Ages. Focusing on the village of Elton, in the English East Midlands, the Gieses detail the agricultural advances that made communal living possible, explain what domestic life was like for serf and lord alike, and describe the central role of the church in maintaining social harmony. Though the main focus is on Elton, c. 1300, the Gieses supply enlightening historical context on the origin, development, and decline of the European village, itself an invention of the Middle Ages.Meticulously researched, Life in a Medieval Village is a remarkable account that illustrates the captivating world of the Middle Ages and demonstrates what it was like to live during a fascinating—and often misunderstood—era.
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Life in a Medieval Village
Frances Gies, Joseph Gies
eBook (HarperCollins e-books, Sept. 7, 2010)The reissue of Joseph and Frances Gies’s classic bestseller on life in medieval villages.This new reissue of Life in a Medieval Village, by respected historians Joseph and Frances Gies, paints a lively, convincing portrait of rural people at work and at play in the Middle Ages. Focusing on the village of Elton, in the English East Midlands, the Gieses detail the agricultural advances that made communal living possible, explain what domestic life was like for serf and lord alike, and describe the central role of the church in maintaining social harmony. Though the main focus is on Elton, c. 1300, the Gieses supply enlightening historical context on the origin, development, and decline of the European village, itself an invention of the Middle Ages.Meticulously researched, Life in a Medieval Village is a remarkable account that illustrates the captivating world of the Middle Ages and demonstrates what it was like to live during a fascinating—and often misunderstood—era.
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The Way People Live - Life in a Medieval Village
James Barter
Hardcover (Lucent Books, May 5, 2003)Life for medieval villagers who lived far from larger towns and cities was a daily test of personal character and dependence upon their fellow villagers. Village life was one of hard work primarily for farmers in the local fields but also for small merchants who like the farmer, scratched out a living while obligated to the laws and customs of the village lord who occupied the apex of medieval village social structure. This book honors the millions of mostly poor and struggling peasants as they lived, married, laughed, danced, gave birth, and died in their small dank cottages at a time when struggle and hard work were the two constants of their lives.
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Life in a Medieval Village
Frances Gies, Joseph Gies
Hardcover (Harper & Row, Dec. 20, 1989)A lively, detailed picture of village life in the Middle Ages by the authors ofLife in a Medieval City and Life in a Medieval Castle. "A good general introduction to the history of this period."--Los Angeles Times
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Life in a Medieval Village
Frances Gies, Joseph Gies
Paperback (Harper Perennial, Jan. 30, 1991)The reissue of Joseph and Frances Gies’s classic bestseller on life in medieval villages.This new reissue of Life in a Medieval Village, by respected historians Joseph and Frances Gies, paints a lively, convincing portrait of rural people at work and at play in the Middle Ages. Focusing on the village of Elton, in the English East Midlands, the Gieses detail the agricultural advances that made communal living possible, explain what domestic life was like for serf and lord alike, and describe the central role of the church in maintaining social harmony. Though the main focus is on Elton, c. 1300, the Gieses supply enlightening historical context on the origin, development, and decline of the European village, itself an invention of the Middle Ages.Meticulously researched, Life in a Medieval Village is a remarkable account that illustrates the captivating world of the Middle Ages and demonstrates what it was like to live during a fascinating—and often misunderstood—era.
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Life in a Medieval Village
Gwyneth Morgan
Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, Dec. 1, 1981)Describes the various aspects of life in a thirteenth century English village including housing, food, dress, occupations, laws, role of the church, and the activities of the serfs, farmers, and the lord and lady of the manor.
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Life in a Medieval Village
Frances Gies, Joseph Gies, Anne Flosnik
Audio CD (Tantor Audio, Sept. 12, 2017)Life in a Medieval Village, by respected historians Joseph and Frances Gies, paints a lively, convincing portrait of rural people at work and at play in the Middle Ages. Focusing on the village of Elton, in the English East Midlands, the Gieses detail the agricultural advances that made communal living possible, explain what domestic life was like for serf and lord alike, and describe the central role of the church in maintaining social harmony. Though the main focus is on Elton, c. 1300, the Gieses supply enlightening historical context on the origin, development, and decline of the European village, itself an invention of the Middle Ages.Meticulously researched, Life in a Medieval Village is a remarkable account that illustrates the captivating world of the Middle Ages and demonstrates what it was like to live during a fascinating-and often misunderstood-era.
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The Way People Live - Life in a Medieval Monastery
Victoria Sherrow
Hardcover (Lucent Books, Nov. 30, 2000)Medieval monasteries served both spiritual and practical functions and played an important role in social development and progress during the Middle Ages. The various monastic orders shared certain ideals, such as poverty, chastity, and obedience, but also developed individual characteristics and ways of life.
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Life in a Medieval Village
Gwyneth Morgan
Paperback (Cambridge University Press, Jan. 1, 1975)A portrayal of the everyday life of a peasant family, the parish church, and the manor within a typical village in 13th century England.
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Life in a Medieval Village
Frances Gies, Joseph Gies
Paperback (Harper Perennial, Jan. 30, 1991)A lively, detailed picture of village life in the Middle Ages by the authors of Life in a Medieval City and Life in a Medieval Castle. "A good general introduction to the history of this period."--Los Angeles Times
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The Way People Live - Life of a Medieval Knight
James A. Corrick
Hardcover (Lucent Books, Dec. 8, 2000)During the Middle Ages, the knight with his armor, weapons, and horse dominated the battlegrounds of Europe. Undergoing years of hard training, these mounted warriors kept their skills honed during peace time with tournaments and hunting.
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Life in a Medieval Village
Frances Gies, Joseph Gies, Anne Flosnik
Audio CD (Tantor Audio, Sept. 12, 2017)Life in a Medieval Village, by respected historians Joseph and Frances Gies, paints a lively, convincing portrait of rural people at work and at play in the Middle Ages. Focusing on the village of Elton, in the English East Midlands, the Gieses detail the agricultural advances that made communal living possible, explain what domestic life was like for serf and lord alike, and describe the central role of the church in maintaining social harmony. Though the main focus is on Elton, c. 1300, the Gieses supply enlightening historical context on the origin, development, and decline of the European village, itself an invention of the Middle Ages.Meticulously researched, Life in a Medieval Village is a remarkable account that illustrates the captivating world of the Middle Ages and demonstrates what it was like to live during a fascinating-and often misunderstood-era.