Important Chroniclers of the Age
Among the most important chroniclers of this period are Jean Froissart and Philippe de Commines. Both writers had excellent opportunities […]
Influence of Chivalry and Storytelling
The writers and poets of this period helped preserve the spirit of chivalry and adventure. Through their works, they described
Medieval Chronicles and Their Limits
A very large number of chronicles were written during the Middle Ages. Most of them were created in monasteries by
The Rise of Representation
Those who have the power to give money, or to refuse it, will sooner or later begin to ask an
Rise of Municipal Freedom
In early European history, many towns and cities began to gain a degree of independence. Although the people still accepted
The Decline of Chivalry with the Rise of Artillery
The arrival of artillery fundamentally changed the nature of warfare. Previously, a knightâs personal skill, strength, and armor were key
The Historical Struggles of the Flemings
The recent events in Belgium give special interest to the history of earlier times. The struggles of the Flemish people
The Rise of Civic Freedom in Flanders
A large portion of the third volume of this work focuses on a remarkable period in European history. This era
The Rise of the Middle Class
During the period when ordinary people, especially the middle class, began to gain knowledge and influence, the nobles largely remained
Chivalry and the Restriction of Liberty
While the follies and cruelties of chivalry are often criticized, an even more serious problem was its effect on the