Europe's Long Twelfth Century : Order, Anxiety and Adaptation, 1095-1229 Paperback / softback
by Dr John D. (Whitman College, USA) Cotts
Part of the European History in Perspective series
Paperback / softback
Description
Between 1095 and 1229, Western Europe confronted a series of alternative cultural possibilities that would fundamentally transform its social structures, its intellectual life, and its very identity.
It was a period of difficult decisions and anxiety rather than a triumphant 'renaissance'. In this fresh reassessment of the twelfth century, John D.
Cotts:- Shows how new social, economic and religious options challenged Europeans to re-imagine their place in the world- Provides an overview of political life and detailed examples of the original thought and religious enthusiasm of the time- Presents the Crusades as the century's defining movement. Ideal for students and scholars alike, this is an essential overview of a pivotal era in medieval history that arguably paved the way for a united Europe.
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:256 pages
- Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Publication Date:09/11/2012
- Category:
- ISBN:9780230237858
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:256 pages
- Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Publication Date:09/11/2012
- Category:
- ISBN:9780230237858
