Medieval World 22

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Known for giving up his life of wealth and privilege for one of poverty and humility, this thirteenth-century saint would come to inspire millions of Christians.

Theme: Saint Francis of Assisi

  • Michael Robson, 'Francis of Assisi - A saint for everyone'.
  • Volker Leppin, 'Between two fathers - How Saint Francis came to enter God's service'.
  • Hailey Neaman, 'Visualizing a saint - Francis' stigmata, life, and miracles'.
  • Thomas Smith, 'When the saint met the sultan - Francis of Assisi on the Fifth Crusade'.
  • James G. Clark, 'Franciscan missions beyond Europe - Far-off travels, encounters, and spectacles'.

Features:

  • Robert Jones, 'Roncevaux Pass - The birthplace of a chivalric legend'.
  • Murray Dahm, 'Dropping your aitches, part II - The Battle of Hexham: 15 May 1464'.
  • John Karr, 'The Order of the Golden Fleece - Knighthood in a time of change'.
  • Lucie Laumonier, 'Sumptuary laws - The steep medieval price of looking too nice'.
  • Leslie Ivings, 'Iconoclast and conqueror - The many wars of Constantine V'.
  • Kim Besio, 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms - A Chinese masterpiece'.
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Stephen S.

Wargame Design Studio recently released a PC game on the Crusades, would you consider doing a Review?

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Adrian K.

There was so much I didn't know about St Francis. I didn't realise how the Franciscans originated. I enjoyed, ' When the saint met the sultan,' as this was something else I didn't know,
I liked reading about The Order of the Golden Fleece.
I thought the magazine was well balanced and the articles about 'Roncevaux Pass,' and the Battle of Hexham were appreciated.
I really enjoyed the magazine but I miss the battle and campaign reports of MW.

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William H.

Great to read a variety of essays on one topic/person

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Aris S.

As usual,highly educational without being overtly academic.Accessible yet not simpistic.An excellent combination

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Anonymous

While I enjoyed the article on St. Francis, I am much more interested in Medieval military history.

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James E.

Everything fine again and looking forward to reading it soon.

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Cynthia M.

I have thoroughly enjoyed your focus on St Francis of Assisi.

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Thomas M.

I continually enjoy reading the magazine. Keep up the excellent work.

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Robert B.

An important topic. I learned a lot from the magazine. Thank you.

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Steven H.

Look forward to each issue.

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Dave B.

I appreciated the article on Roncevaux Pass.

What makes this article exceptional is its balance. It never dismisses the legend, nor does it confuse poetry with history. Instead, it demonstrates how societies reshape the past to reflect changing ideals of courage, faith, kingship, and honor. The result is a fascinating study not only of a battle, but of the creation of cultural memory itself.

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Thomas S.

Thanks so much for your work on the magazine - absolutely love it!

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Bernadette H.

I loved the theme so much

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Edward K.

I Appreciate the variety of topics on aspects of Medieval Life although they may be outside of my interests b they are usually good reads that can open up more areas for me. The Book reviews and Archaeology summaries are always welcomed

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Rebecca M.

Excellent specialty periodical

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