Here Comes the Reign, Sir Guillaume!

Here Comes the Reign, Sir Guillaume! PDF Author: Scott Farrell
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595346863
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 119

Book Description
From jester to king, Guillaume sees the Current Middle Ages from every angle. In his second collection of humorous stories and insightful reflections, Guillaume looks at the lighter side of castle building, jousting on ESPN, learning Arthurian mythology (with the help of tequila), and making topiary animals out of duct tape. Plus, just to prove that no subject is beyond the scope of his irreverent sense of humor, he also shares the laughter and chaos that took place "behind the scenes" during two reigns as King of Caid. Whether by fate or "an implausible disruption of the natural balance of the universe," Guillaume's readers are in for some royal laughs, and some touching moments, as the SCA's funniest knight wins the throne and seeks shelter from the reign in a deluge of hilarious stories, including: Spitting Distance from Chivalry Christmas Crazies: Forgotten Medieval Holiday Folklore Of Arms and the Knight I Sing To Find the SCA, Just Turn Right at Spiderman Fangs for the Memories: Medieval Halloween Monsters Reigny Days and Mondays

Gender and Scientific Discourse in Early Modern Culture

Gender and Scientific Discourse in Early Modern Culture PDF Author: Kathleen P. Long
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 131713057X
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 330

Book Description
In the wake of new interest in alchemy as more significant than a bizarre aberration in rational Western European culture, this collection examines both alchemical and medical discourses in the larger context of early modern Europe. How do early scientific discourses infiltrate other cultural domains such as literature, philosophy, court life, and the conduct of households? How do these new contexts deflect scientific pursuits into new directions, and allow a larger participation in the elaboration of scientific methods and perspectives? Might there have been a scientific subculture, particularly surrounding alchemy, which allowed women to participate in scientific pursuits long before they were admitted in an investigative capacity into official academic settings? This volume poses those questions, as a starting point for a broader discussion of scientific subcultures and their relationship to the restructuring and questioning of gender roles.

Guillaume de Mauchaut

Guillaume de Mauchaut PDF Author: R. Barton Palmer
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134824815
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 480

Book Description
This is the first edition in more than a century and the first modern English translation of the crowning masterwork of Machaut's literary career. Based on his extensive discussion with returning crusaders, the poet recounts King Peter I of Cyprus's successful attack and capture of the Egyptian city of Alexandria in 1365. This volume features a full discussion of Machaut's life and career, historical commentary, extensive annotation and a select bibliography.

Crusade

Crusade PDF Author: Robyn Young
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440630798
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 516

Book Description
The second volume in the internationally bestselling Brethren trilogy, Crusade is gripping historical fiction that “grows more relevant by the day” (Raymond Khoury, bestselling author of The Last Templar) An international bestseller, Crusade is a fast-paced medieval adventure portraying the rising tide of political pressures that led East and West to war in the 13th century. After years of bloodshed, peace finally reigns in the Middle East, in part due to the efforts of Will Campbell and a mysterious group known as the Brethren. However, a cabal of ruthless Western merchants aims to reignite war in the Holy Land, while Prince Edward—once a trusted member of the Brethren—has made a promise to the pope: he will take the Cross to Jerusalem and lead a new crusade. To survive the escalating conflict and protect his family, Will must harness all his knowledge and courage.
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