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| Author | : Michel Zink |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 200 |
| Release | : 1998 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : |
Zink's inaugural lecture to the Coll�ge de France and four essays that expand on its themes, this book explores the changing nature of our understanding of the period and its literaturel focuses on the chansons of the troubadours seen as the body of literature defining medievalism.
| Author | : Francis Oakley |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 210 |
| Release | : 2008-04-15 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 0470692898 |
From despots to powerless figureheads, and from the Neolithic era to the present, this book traces the history of kingship around the world and the tenacity of its connection with the sacred. Considers the many forms that kingship took during this period, including: the Pharaohs of ancient Egypt; the emperors of Japan; the Maya rulers of Mesoamerica; the medieval popes and emperors; and the English and French monarchs of early modern Europe Explores the panoply of governing roles that kingship involved – administrative, military, judicial, economic, religious and symbolic – but focussing on its connection with the sacred. Draws on the insights of cultural anthropology and comparative religion, as well as the on the resources provided by historians.
| Author | : Richard Kieckhefer |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 305 |
| Release | : 2021-09-09 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1108861121 |
How was magic practiced in medieval times? How did it relate to the diverse beliefs and practices that characterized this fascinating period? This much revised and expanded new edition of Magic in the Middle Ages surveys the growth and development of magic in medieval Europe. It takes into account the extensive new developments in the history of medieval magic in recent years, featuring new material on angel magic, the archaeology of magic, and the magical efficacy of words and imagination. Richard Kieckhefer shows how magic represents a crossroads in medieval life and culture, examining its relationship and relevance to religion, science, philosophy, art, literature, and politics. In surveying the different types of magic that were used, the kinds of people who practiced magic, and the reasoning behind their beliefs, Kieckhefer shows how magic served as a point of contact between the popular and elite classes, how the reality of magical beliefs is reflected in the fiction of medieval literature, and how the persecution of magic and witchcraft led to changes in the law.
| Author | : Vivian Vande Velde |
| Publisher | : HarperCollins |
| Total Pages | : 239 |
| Release | : 2006-06-01 |
| Genre | : Young Adult Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0547351631 |
It's bad enough that Deanna has to waste her summer in France and her only friend is a mangy black cat, but now she's staring hopelessly into a well, trying to figure out what in the world to wish for. Before she can make a wish, the cat scratches her, her watch falls into the well, and then . . . so has she! Except that now she's in medieval France, the cat is a handsome young man, and her watch has the power to completely change history. Maybe a quiet summer would have been nice?
| Author | : Seb Falk |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 416 |
| Release | : 2021-06-10 |
| Genre | : Inventions |
| ISBN | : 9780141989679 |
| Author | : Viktor Rydberg |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2024-04-26 |
| Genre | : Body, Mind & Spirit |
| ISBN | : 9781835918128 |
"The Magic of the Middle Ages" by Viktor Rydberg is an illuminating exploration of the mystical beliefs, practices, and cultural phenomena that characterized the medieval period. Published in the late 19th century, Rydberg's work remains a cornerstone in the study of medieval mysticism and folklore. In this comprehensive volume, Rydberg delves into the various forms of magic and superstition that pervaded medieval society, from the arcane rituals of alchemy to the beliefs in witchcraft, astrology, and the occult. Drawing upon historical records, religious texts, and literary sources, he provides a rich tapestry of anecdotes and insights into the enchanting world of medieval magic. Rydberg's analysis goes beyond mere description; he explores the social, cultural, and psychological dimensions of magic, shedding light on its role in shaping the medieval worldview. He examines the influence of ancient mystical traditions, the interactions between Christianity and pagan beliefs, and the ways in which magic served as a means of understanding and navigating the uncertainties of life. One of the central themes of the book is the tension between reason and superstition, faith and skepticism. Rydberg acknowledges the prevalence of magical beliefs in medieval society while also critically examining their origins and implications. He delves into the motivations behind magical practices, the power dynamics at play, and the ways in which magic intersected with broader cultural and religious movements. "The Magic of the Middle Ages" is both a scholarly inquiry and a captivating narrative, offering readers a glimpse into a world where the boundaries between the natural and supernatural were blurred. Rydberg's prose is engaging and accessible, making this book suitable for both academic study and casual reading. Whether you're a historian, a student of folklore, or simply fascinated by the mysteries of the past, "The Magic of the Middle Ages" provides a compelling window into a bygone era of enchantment and wonder. Join Viktor Rydberg on a journey through the realms of medieval magic and superstition, and discover the enduring allure of the mystical in human history.
| Author | : |
| Publisher | : Scholastic Inc. |
| Total Pages | : 100 |
| Release | : 2002-05 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 9780439141345 |
A collection of well-known tales from medieval Europe, including "Beowulf," "The Sword in the Stone," "The Song of Roland," and "The Island of the Lost Children."
| Author | : Euan Cameron |
| Publisher | : OUP Oxford |
| Total Pages | : 488 |
| Release | : 2010-03-18 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 019161372X |
Since the dawn of history people have used charms and spells to try to control their environment, and forms of divination to try to foresee the otherwise unpredictable chances of life. Many of these techniques were called 'superstitious' by educated elites. For centuries religious believers used 'superstition' as a term of abuse to denounce another religion that they thought inferior, or to criticize their fellow-believers for practising their faith 'wrongly'. From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment, scholars argued over what 'superstition' was, how to identify it, and how to persuade people to avoid it. Learned believers in demons and witchcraft, in their treatises and sermons, tried to make 'rational' sense of popular superstitions by blaming them on the deceptive tricks of seductive demons. Every major movement in Christian thought, from rival schools of medieval theology through to the Renaissance, the Reformation, and the Enlightenment, added new twists to the debates over superstition. Protestants saw Catholics as superstitious, and vice versa. Enlightened philosophers mocked traditional cults as superstitions. Eventually, the learned lost their worry about popular belief, and turned instead to chronicling and preserving 'superstitious' customs as folklore and ethnic heritage. Enchanted Europe is the first comprehensive, integrated account of western Europe's long, complex dialogue with its own folklore and popular beliefs. Drawing on many little-known and rarely used texts, Euan Cameron constructs a compelling narrative of the rise, diversification, and decline of popular 'superstition' in the European mind.
| Author | : Anne Lawrence-Mathers |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2025-03-11 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9780300244434 |
A fascinating and highly original history of medieval magic told through twenty key illuminated manuscripts Medieval Europe was preoccupied with magic. From the Carolingian Empire to Renaissance Italy and Tudor England, great rulers, religious figures, and scholars sought to harness supernatural power. They tried to summon spirits, predict the future, and even prolong life. Alongside science and religion, magic lay at the very heart of culture. In this beautifully illustrated account, Anne Lawrence-Mathers explores the medieval fascination with magic through twenty extraordinary illuminated manuscripts. These books were highly sought after, commissioned by kings and stored in great libraries. They include an astronomical compendium made for Charlemagne's son; The Sworn Book of Honorius, used by a secret society of trained magicians; and the highly influential Picatrix. This vivid new history shows how attitudes to magic and science changed over the medieval period--and produced great works of art as they did so.
| Author | : Carolyne Larrington |
| Publisher | : Bodleian Library |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2013 |
| Genre | : Arthurian romances |
| ISBN | : 9781851242641 |
A faun carrying an umbrella; a hobbit who lives in a hole; a mysterious name - Lyra; an ill-treated schoolboy with a scar and a secret. Children's fantasy books often begin with resonant images. However, they also begin in an author's reading practices. How do children's authors incorporate myths and legends into their work? And how do myths and legends change as a result? In this richly illustrated collection of essays a team of academic experts trace the magical tales from Norse myth, Arthurian legend and medieval literature which have inspired the finest writers for children, including C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien and Alan Garner. Drawing on collections of manuscripts and rare books in the Bodleian Library, additional chapters put the spotlight on spell books, grimoires and books that do magic, as well as exploring stunning examples of pop-up books, harlequinades and concertina panoramas from the Opie Collection of Children's Literature.Other writers under discussion include children's authors of the Victorian era, such as George MacDonald, Rudyard Kipling and E. Nesbit, and twentieth-century writers Susan Cooper, Diana Wynne Jones and Philip Pullman. Through wide-ranging analysis these essays show how literature and tales from the Middle Ages and earlier still have been reinterpreted for each generation and continue to have a profound impact on writers of fantasy books for children today.
