Norton Anthology of English Literature: The Middle Ages
The Norton Anthology of English Literature: The Middle Ages I came across this resource the other day. Thought some might be interested.
Novel Update
I’m finally in the last stretch of completing my novel before sending queries out to agents. I should be totally done within the month of November. After that, I will start querying agents for representation. Below is a narrowed list of agencies and agents that accept both fantasy and historical… Read More »Novel Update
Today in Medieval History: The Battle of Hastings
William of Malmesbury recounts the battle: The courageous leaders mutually prepared for battle, each according to his national custom. The English, as we have heard, passed the night without sleep, in drinking and singing, and in the morning proceeded without delay against the enemy. All on foot, armed with battle-axes, and… Read More »Today in Medieval History: The Battle of Hastings
Review of Feudal Society Vol 1 by Marc Bloch
Feudal Society: Vol 1: The Growth and Ties of Dependence by Marc Bloch Paperback: 324 pages Publisher: Routledge; 2 edition (November 16, 1989) ISBN-10: 0415039169 Feudal Society by Marc Bloch is one of the definitive guides to the study of feudalism during the medieval period. The book’s main focus is… Read More »Review of Feudal Society Vol 1 by Marc Bloch
Today in Medieval History
September 27, 1066 – The Norman army under William the Conqueror sets sail across the English Channel to invade England and overthrow King Harold II, the last Anglo-Saxon king of England.
Essential Norman Conquest
Essential Norman Conquest is a website dedicated to the events surrounding the Norman invasion of England in 1066. The site has a timeline, 3D battlefield maps, interactive content, an encyclopedia, related reading, and resource links.
Secrets of the Norman Invasion
Secrets of the Norman Invasion by Nick Austin is an analysis that proves beyond all reasonable doubt that the Battle of Hastings could not have been fought at the traditional battle site, nor could the Normans have landed or camped at the town of Pevensey. This site used to be Nick’s… Read More »Secrets of the Norman Invasion
The Avalon Project: Medieval Documents
The Avalon Project is a collection of documents in history, law and diplomacy put together by Yale University. The collection spans from ancient history to modern day. Specifically, the medieval documents cover the period from 400-1400 AD. Of particular interest to me are the following: The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle Anglo-Saxon Law Laws of William the… Read More »The Avalon Project: Medieval Documents
Today in Medieval History
August 31, 1422: Death of Henry V, King of England On 10 June 1421, Henry sailed back to France for what would be his last military campaign. From July to August, Henry’s forces besieged and captured Dreux, thus relieving allied forces at Chartres. That October, his forces lay siege to… Read More »Today in Medieval History