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100 1 _aDavis, H. W. Carless
_q(Henry William Carless),
_d1874-1928
245 1 0 _aMedieval Europe
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
490 1 _aHome University Library of Modern Knowledge, No. 13
500 _aRelease date is 2004-08-01
508 _aProduced by V-M Osterman, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Medieval Europe" by H. W. C. Davis is a scholarly historical account which was likely written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the complex and multifaceted history of medieval Europe, exploring pivotal events and transformations that shaped the continent during a time often considered to be one of transition between the ancient and modern worlds. The narrative promises to unpack various themes including the fall of the Roman Empire, the rise of barbarian kingdoms, the development of feudalism, and the impact of the Church on social and political structures. The opening portion of "Medieval Europe" introduces the overarching themes and analytical framework the author employs to interpret the Middle Ages. Davis emphasizes the artificiality of historical divisions, arguing that each period is part of a continuum influenced by preceding events. He highlights the Middle Ages as a time of considerable cultural and societal evolution, presenting both the challenges and achievements of this era. In particular, the text begins with a focus on the fall of the Roman Empire, detailing the military and political inadequacies that led to its collapse, as well as the subsequent rise of barbarian kingdoms, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of how these factors influenced the future of European civilization. Through this analysis, Davis seeks to reconsider the often simplistic narratives of the period to reveal its complexity and significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEurope -- History -- 476-1492
653 _aMiddle Ages
830 0 _aHome University Library of Modern Knowledge, No. 13
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6369
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