Living in the Middle Ages covers the period from 800 CE to 1500 CE, focusing on two epochs set in 1100 CE and 1450 CE. It examines the day-to-day lives of medieval Europeans, from barons and bishops to serfs. The feudal system is explained, as well as the various jobs and relationships of people from different classes. A description of the basic structure of a typical castle is provided. The growth of the town and the rise of the middle class are also discussed. With timelines, maps, detailed photography, and full-colour illustrations, Living in the Middle Ages is an engaging reference for teenagers and young adults that brings the ancient world to life.
The Archaeology of Weapons - Arms and Armour from Prehistory to the Age of Chivalry
In The Archaeology of Weapons, Ewart Oakeshott traces the development of European arms in logical sequence, showing how changes were wrought by the use of new materials and the ever-shifting demands of war and fashion. This history begins nearly two hundred years before the Christian era, covering among other subjects the charioteers of the Near East, the Roman attitude to arms and the Bronze Age weapons of Europe. The core of the book, however, is the middle ages: a general survey of the institution of chivalry, an understanding of which is vital to the appreciation of all the arms of the high middle ages, is followed by a classification covering all sword types from about 1050 to 1500.
Food Culture in the Near East, Middle East, and North Africa
The similar cuisines of the Near East, Middle East, and North Africa stem from ancient cultures and variable climates, ranging from Mediterranean to desert. The major monotheistic religions developed in the Middle East, and students and other readers will learn how religous strictures on food and drink continue to play an important role in eating habits there today for Muslims, Jews, and Christians. Most of the population in the regions is Arab, and therefore the emphasis in this volume is mainly on the Arab Muslim food cultures.
In addition to being queen consort of both Louis VII of France and Henry II of England, she was also the mother of Richard I the Lion-Heart and John of England.
Crime and Punishment around the World, Volume 3: Asia and Pacific
Volume 3 of Crime and Punishment around the World contains individual chapters for each of the following countries (regions): Central Asia, Eastern Asia, Southern Asia, Southeastern Asia, and Oceania. Some countries from Asia that may be classified as “Middle East” are included in Volume 1 (Africa and the Middle East). In addition, Cyprus is included in Volume 4 (Europe).
