Life in a Medieval City

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288 pages

English language

Published Oct. 30, 1981 by Harper Perennial.

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3 stars (1 review)

Recreates the life of the rich and poor family, the housewife, businessman, doctor, scholar, clergy, artist, and writer of the Middle Ages, with insights into many customs and traditions of the period.

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reviewed Life in a Medieval City by Frances Gies

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3 stars

It took me three starts over many years, but I finally got around to finishing this book. It's very informative, and great for people just starting out with the Middle Ages. The main theme running throughout the novel was the fairs. However, I'd say this wasn't a strong enough narrative thread to pull me along. It could've been better written, but it is what it is--a very good place to start.