Mediæval Byways by L. F. Salzman
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"Mediæval Byways" by L. F. Salzman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores various fascinating aspects of medieval life, drawing from legal and other historical documents to shed light on the everyday experiences of people who often go unrepresented in traditional history. The author aims not to instruct but to entertain, with a focus on the more whimsical and lighter side of the Middle Ages. The
opening of the book introduces the author's motivations and methodology in presenting these essays. Salzman discusses his extensive research into ancient legal records and how, through an unmethodical yet curious approach, he has uncovered intriguing anecdotes and insights that highlight the nuances of medieval life. He emphasizes the often underappreciated stories of ordinary people as revealed through grimly amusing and quaint entries in old documents. Setting the stage for the following essays, he suggests that while these narratives might offer a glimpse into historical realities, they also serve the purpose of enjoyment and amusement for the reader. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Salzman, L. F. (Louis Francis), 1878-1971 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Kruger, George E. |
| LoC No. | 14030090 |
| Title | Mediæval Byways |
| Contents | Wise men, and others -- Highways -- Coronations -- Death and doctors -- Those in authority -- Ivory and apes and peacocks. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Civilization, Medieval |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 1066-1485 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42975 |
| Release Date | Jun 18, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 632 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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