12/31/03 - Through the Centuries III
Test your knowledge of the individuals who made history in this quiz by your Guide. You might recognize their names, but do you know when they lived?

09/28/03 - The Spread of the Black Death through Europe, Page Nine
This map shows the spread of the plague through 1349 and the first few areas that escaped high mortality rates.

08/09/03 - The Spread of the Black Death through Europe, Page Eight
Our newest installment in this map series reveals the unchecked spread of the disease through the rest of western Europe after a shocking first strike.

08/05/03 - The Medieval History Starter Quiz
If you're brand new to the Middle Ages, you may think you know nothing about this era. But you might be surprised at how many facts about medieval history you've picked up. Try this quiz to see how much you know and to get an introduction to medieval studies.

07/28/03 - The Spread of the Black Death through Europe, Page Seven
The advance of the deadly disease into France in the first half of 1348 is depicted on the latest map.

07/18/03 - The Spread of the Black Death through Europe, Page Six
This map focuses on the spread of the plague through the Italian peninsula.

07/12/03 - The Spread of the Black Death through Europe, Page Five
The latest in our map series shows how the plague swiftly struck Europe and spread through almost half the continent in about six months.

07/02/03 - The Spread of the Black Death through Europe, Page Four
Page four in our map series illustrates how plague traveled from the east to Sicily and points on the European continent.

06/25/03 - The Spread of the Black Death through Europe, Page Three
Page three shows the origins of plague in Asia.

06/18/03 - The Spread of the Black Death through Europe, Page Two
Page two in our series depicts Europe in 1346, just before the Black Death struck.

06/17/03 - The Spread of the Black Death through Europe, Page One
A series of maps depicting the course the plague took through Europe in the mid-fourteenth century. Page one discusses, "What was the Black Death?"

06/11/03 - The Diabolical Black Death Quiz
Fifteen questions about the dreadful epidemic of the fourteenth century, the disease that caused it, and the strange events that it triggered.

04/03/03 - Book Review: Michelangelo and the Pope's Ceiling
A review of Ross King's book about the extraordinary Sistine Chapel Ceiling masterpiece and the men who made it all happen.

11/05/02 - Top 7 Medieval Daily Life Books
While the details of day-to-day existence varied substantially from place to place and century to century, a general understanding of the basic facts of medieval life can be gleaned from these useful and enjoyable books.

07/25/02 - Defining the Middle Ages
When did the Middle Ages start and end? This deceptively simple question has no simple answer. Here is your Guide's introduction to some of the ways the medieval era can be defined.

04/22/02 - The Bad Old Days
A popular net hoax purports to provide facts about the Middle Ages that explain the origins of phrases and customs. Your Guide offers contrary evidence for your perusal.

03/08/02 - Top 5 Books about Life for Medieval Women
Recent feminist studies have revealed that the place of women in medieval society was complex, significant, and not necessarily as disadvantaged as earlier believed. Here are your Guide's recommendations for the best books about life for women during the Middle Ages.

01/01/02 - Introducing the Castle of the Day
For the year 2002, a different castle will be featured every day at the Medieval History Site.

12/01/01 - Top 6 Castle Books
Your Guide's selections of the best books about medieval castles, including examinations of how they were constructed, what life was like inside them, and photographic journeys of these splendid structures.

11/08/01 - Top 7 Books about Knights
Here are your Guide's picks for the best books about the history of knights in the Middle Ages. You'll find works that focus on various aspects of knighthood as well as general overviews.

08/13/01 - Henry Who?
Eight kings named Henry have occupied the English throne. How well can you tell them apart? Here are 20 questions to test your knowledge.

07/13/01 - Philobiblon
In the 14th century, a book-loving bishop wrote a book about the love of books. Find out about Richard de Bury's Philobiblon.

05/31/01 - The Medieval Child, Part 6
In "Teens at Work and Play" we take a look at the circumstances of those who worked as servants or laborers throughout their adolescence and the recreational activities of medieval teenagers.

03/30/01 - The Medieval Child, Part 5
In "The Learning Years" we take a look at education for medieval adolescents, including general schooling options, life for university students, and the situation of the apprentice.

03/15/01 - Britain's Timeline
One of the most comprehensive timelines of the English Middle Ages was written during the English Middle Ages. Take a look at the origin, development and survival of The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle.

01/28/01 - The Medieval Child, Part 4
In "The Playful Years," we examine play, chores, socialization, and discipline for youngsters of ages four to twelve.

01/01/01 - Introducing the Site of the Day
For the year 2001, a new feature here at the Medieval History Site. From dark age peoples to Renaissance art, with photos, illustrations, maps and more, explore a different aspect of the Middle Ages each day with a fun and fascinating website.

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