The first book that acknowledges cameralism as a European rather than just a German historical phenomenon.
Geoffrey le Baker's chronicle covers the reigns of Edward II and Edward III up to the English victory at Poitiers. David Preest's new translation includes extensive notes and an introduction by Richard Barber.
The best new research on medieval clothing and textiles, drawing from a range of disciplines.
This book explores how the East German Writers Union became a site for the contestation of writers' roles in GDR society with consequences well beyond the literary community.
How do you create a style of opera that speaks to everyone, when no one agrees on what it should say -- or how?
A reassessment of the Anglo-Dutch wars of the second half of the seventeenth century, demonstrating that the conflict was primarily about trade.
First full investigation of masculinities in Old Norse-Icelandic literature.
Of outstanding value to both runologist and Anglo-Saxonist alike. EARLY MEDIEVAL EUROPE Discussion of the forms of the runic alphabet and interpretations of individual inscriptions, with consideration of wider matters on which runes throw light - magic, paganism and literacy.
The first major illustrated study of this unique medieval art form for almost half a century, surveying the images and iconography that made the medieval church a riot of colour.
A lavishly illustrated account of the buildings of the friars in the Middle Ages, bringing them vividly to life.
A fresh appraisal of the art of Anglo-Saxon England, focusing on art as an aesthetic vehicle and art as an active political force.
An exceptional reference work to pilgrim and secular badges of the middle ages.