The End of the Middle Ages: Essays and Questions in History by A. Mary F. Robinson

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Author Robinson, A. Mary F. (Agnes Mary Frances), 1857-1944
LoC No. 04029485
Title The End of the Middle Ages: Essays and Questions in History
Note Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents The Beguines and the Weaving brothers -- The convent of Helfta -- The attraction of the abyss -- The schism -- Valentine Visconti -- The French claim to Milan -- The Malatestas of Rimini -- The ladies of Milan -- The flight of Piero de' Medici -- The French at Pisa.
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Summary "The End of the Middle Ages: Essays and Questions in History" by A. Mary F. Robinson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book consists of a series of essays and explorations into various historical topics, specifically focusing on the transitions and the lingering effects of the medieval period. It delves into the dynamics of society at the cusp of modernity, scrutinizing figures, events, and movements that contributed to the decline of the Middle Ages. At the start of the narrative, the author dedicates the volume to Mr. Symonds, reflecting on the profound impact of collaborative historical inquiry. She recounts her journey of discovery, inspired by the timeless figures of the past while acknowledging the complexities inherent in separating medieval history from our contemporary context. This opening sets the stage for an exploration of medieval institutions, social dynamics, and cultural shifts, particularly as seen through the lens of movements such as the Beguines and the Weaving Brothers, which embodied a mix of piety, social responsibility, and heretical undercurrents within the religious landscape. The author raises thought-provoking questions about the end of the Middle Ages and whether it truly marked a definitive transition or if its influences continue to resonate today. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Subject Mysticism -- History -- Middle Ages, 600-1500
Subject Italy -- History -- 1268-1492
Subject Milan (Italy) -- History
Subject Gertrude, the Great, Saint, 1256-1302
Subject Visconti, Valentine, duchesse d' Orléans, 1366-1408
Subject Malatesta family
Subject Medici, Piero di Lorenzo de', 1472-1503
Subject Beguines
Subject Beghards
Subject Schism, The Great Western, 1378-1417
Subject Pisa (Italy) -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 53475
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jul 1, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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