The History of the Medieval World
From the Conversion of Constantine to the First Crusade
What's it about
Ever felt like the Middle Ages are a confusing jumble of kings, wars, and plagues? What if you could finally see how the scattered events of this chaotic era connect to form a single, epic story of how the modern world began? Uncover the hidden threads linking the fall of Rome to the rise of the first global powers. You’ll follow the journeys of emperors, monks, and warlords from China to Britain, discovering how their ambitions and beliefs didn't just shape their own time, but laid the groundwork for our world today.
Meet the author
Susan Wise Bauer is a distinguished historian and educator with a Ph.D. in American Studies from the College of William and Mary, specializing in history and literature. Raised by academics and homeschooled through college, she developed a unique, narrative-driven approach to history from an early age. This lifelong passion for weaving together complex events into compelling stories allows her to make the medieval world accessible and engaging for a modern audience, revealing the human drama behind the historical facts.
What's it about
Ever felt like the Middle Ages are a confusing jumble of kings, wars, and plagues? What if you could finally see how the scattered events of this chaotic era connect to form a single, epic story of how the modern world began? Uncover the hidden threads linking the fall of Rome to the rise of the first global powers. You’ll follow the journeys of emperors, monks, and warlords from China to Britain, discovering how their ambitions and beliefs didn't just shape their own time, but laid the groundwork for our world today.
Meet the author
Susan Wise Bauer is a distinguished historian and educator with a Ph.D. in American Studies from the College of William and Mary, specializing in history and literature. Raised by academics and homeschooled through college, she developed a unique, narrative-driven approach to history from an early age. This lifelong passion for weaving together complex events into compelling stories allows her to make the medieval world accessible and engaging for a modern audience, revealing the human drama behind the historical facts.
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