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Medievalism: Why It Matters In The Information Age

by Madeleine Rose Jones | Aug 21, 2020 | General Fiction, History, literature

Medievalism is a term used by academics and writers. But what does it mean? Why are the Middle Ages so important? This post aims to explore medievalism and why we must study medieval history. What Is Medievalism? The Lady Of Shalott by John William Waterhouse, an...

Reading Medieval Literature In A Modern Age: Recommendations

by Madeleine Rose Jones | Mar 31, 2020 | Book Recommendations, General Fiction, History, literature

The medieval period, or the ‘Middle Ages’, resulted in literature that is both engrossing and beguiling. There is grit, romance, death, warfare, power and trauma. Whilst that is certainly true of any time period, medieval literature stands out, mainly...