High Middle Ages

A simple invention imported from the East to Europe changed the course of European history. That invention was the stirrup

Nov 17, 2011 – Frances Simmons

The love affair between Abelard and Heloise, as told through their letters, tells of great joy followed by the subsequent anguish of unfulfilled love.

Aug 19, 2011 – Michel Amyot

Francis of Assisi left a legacy best summarized by poverty, compassion, and humility at a time the medieval Church desperately need reform and direction.

Aug 14, 2011 – Michael Streich

The story of the rediscovery of Roman law by the Italian scholars of the High Middle Ages and their devotion to the Corpus Iuris Civilis.

Jul 18, 2011 – Kevin Stoba

After 1244, when the Cathar fortress of Montségur in the Pyrenees mountains was destroyed, the Cathar faith revived, but was finally crushed 77 years later.

Jun 13, 2011 – Brenda Ralph Lewis