Images and imagery played a major role in medieval political thought and culture, but their influence has rarely been explored. This book provides a full assessment of the subject. Starting with an examination of the writings of late twelfth-century courtier-clerics, and their new vision of English
Peasants, Merchants, and Markets: Inland Trade in Medieval England, 1150-1350
โ Scribed by Masschaele, James
- Year
- 1997
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 295
- Category
- Library
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