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Why Modern Historians Should Study The Middle Ages

by Madeleine Rose Jones | May 12, 2022 | History

Over the past week, many have become aware of the current controversies gripping medieval studies. One example involves the authors of the Bright Ages, where accusations of racism gripped Dr. Matthew Gabriele and Dr. David M. Perry. This event, and the ludicrous...

The Hyperfocus on White Nationalism by Medieval Studies: A Critical Analysis

by Madeleine Rose Jones | Nov 3, 2021 | History, Liberty

Studying the Middle Ages requires curiosity, intellect and a sharp mind. Whether you study the Carolingian Renaissance or the persecution of the Cathars, you must have the wisdom to question your assumptions, challenge common modes of thinking, and think outside of...

Seven Reasons To Read Medieval Literature

by Madeleine Rose Jones | Oct 7, 2020 | History, literature

What Is Medieval Literature? Medieval literature concerns the period of writing between the fall of the Roman Empire to the mid-point of the Renaissance. Historians and literary scholars often disagree about when the medieval period took place, but there is a...