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The History of the Medieval World

From the Conversion of Constantine to the First Crusade

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The History of the Medieval World

By: Susan Wise Bauer
Narrated by: John Lee
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From the schism between Rome and Constantinople to the rise of the T'ang Dynasty, from the birth of Muhammad to the crowning of Charlemagne, this erudite book tells the fascinating, often violent story of kings, generals, and the peoples they ruled. In her earlier work, The History of the Ancient World, Susan Wise Bauer wrote of the rise of kingship based on might. But in the years between the fourth and the 12th centuries, rulers had to find new justification for their power, and they turned to divine truth or grace to justify political and military action. Right thus replaces might as the engine of empire. Not just Christianity and Islam but the religions of the Persians and the Germans, and even Buddhism, are pressed into the service of the state. This phenomenon---stretching from the Americas all the way to Japan---changes religion, but it also changes the state.

©2010 Susan Wise Bauer (P)2010 Tantor Ancient Europe Medieval Middle Ages Imperialism Crusade Africa Middle East Royalty Ottoman Empire Military Physical Exercise Ancient History China

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Critic reviews

“[A] witty and well-written examination of world history...that is rich in detail and intriguing in anecdotal information.” ( Publishers Weekly)
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listened and then bought the book, so much info, will reread and listen again, blah blah :)

really enjoyed

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It’s hard to say something bad about this book. the book details, history of China, India, Rome and Europe from around the fall of Rome, to the first crusade. Lots of interesting facts, and at least in my case stories of civilisations, I’ve not heard of before. Great.

A detailed history from the fall of Rome to the first crusade

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if you want a comprehensive history lesson then this book is ideal
wonderfully cross-referenced and clearly told it gives a great understanding of the different events across the world during this fascinating period

History in real depth

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Well paced and constructed. Comprehensive in its coverage and still suitably accessible to all whilst having a rigorous feel.

Both comprehensive and enjoyable

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A great selection on histories of the medieval world. Giving inspiration to further investigate other aspects of this rich era.

Detail and variety

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took a while to get through but I enjoyed it! I was surprised at the range.

Comprehensive

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Only a few hours in but this is an exceptional book. Narrated beautifully. Historically brilliant and so educational.

Educational

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This series is a comprehensive view of almost everything kingdom on earth, a fascinating and insightful take, cleverly done and well narrated

captivating journey through history

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This is a book packed with events covering time from the 4th to the 11th Century with information brought together from various parts of the world and presented in what is best described a time lapse approach. You race through what was happening at a particular time in different places and you're left catching your breath at the pace of delivery - I found it exhilarating and well worth the purchase. I got the audio version but for some reason there were no pdf downloads as with the other two books, which would have been helpful. The coverage leaves you with enough information for you to go off and research areas of interest that emerge as you fly through time. This series is very much an encyclopedia though set out in chronological order and made to satisfy the history nerd that resides within. I wholeheartedly recommend

A continuing rollercoaster ride through history

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a great summation of the time periods notable characters and events performed excellently.

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great

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