The Medieval and Modern Apocalypse

An essential new reference work covering all aspects of European history, society, and culture from AD 500 to 1500.

From the world's most distinguished medievalist comes a lively and vivid account of the lords and ladies, saints and scholars, kings and peasants who shaped the history and culture of one of the richest and most misunderstood periods in history. In this full-color, landmark reference.

This is a reference to the culture, history and circumstances of women in the Middle Ages, from the years 500 to 1500 C.E. It not only profiles individual queens, empresses, and other women in positions of leadership but also provides information about topics such as work, marriage and family, households, employment, religion, and various other aspects of women's lives in the Middle Ages

Medieval women shaped political and domestic life, founded and nurtured religious orders and created numerous enduring literary works. Comprehensive in scope, meticulous in scholarship and accessible in style to general readers and specialists alike, this encyclopedia offers full coverage of the myriad roles, experiences and contributions of women in the medieval world.