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Series: Life in the Middle Ages
A History of the Middle Ages
The Middle Ages is commonly referred to as the period between the fall of the Roman Empire in Western Europe and the Renaissance, and in this programme, students will delve into a comprehensive overview of the people, places and events that...Show More
The Middle Ages is commonly referred to as the period between the fall of the Roman Empire in Western Europe and the Renaissance, and in this programme, students will delve into a comprehensive overview of the people, places and events that defined this period. From Charlemagne through the legendary Crusades and the horrific Black Death, students will garner a feel for the era - focusing on the three distinct eras of medieval time. Show Less
Social Structure in the Middle Ages
The feudal relationships during the Middle Ages established a hierarchy that deeply affected the social landscape of the period.
This programme teaches students about the complex relationships between a lord, his vassals and their serfs - an...Show More
The feudal relationships during the Middle Ages established a hierarchy that deeply affected the social landscape of the period.
This programme teaches students about the complex relationships between a lord, his vassals and their serfs - an intertwining of the wealthy and poor that ensured everyone in these medieval societies depended on each other. Discover the importance of land during this time and how ownership of estates affected nearly every aspect of life. Show Less
The Doctor
There was a time when some bacon fat and flour were thought to heal a bad bruise, and internal bleeding was remedied by wearing a dried toad around one's neck.
This programme will teach students about the life of a doctor practising during the...Show More
There was a time when some bacon fat and flour were thought to heal a bad bruise, and internal bleeding was remedied by wearing a dried toad around one's neck.
This programme will teach students about the life of a doctor practising during the Middle Ages. Focusing on the different beliefs and practices carried out by members of this important profession, this lively program investigates the role that religion and social status played in curing everyday maladies, while delving into the horrors of the infamous Black Death. Show Less
The Knight
With their code of chivalry and the legendary adventures of King Arthur, much has been romanticised about the lives of knights. But what were they really like? Were all of their exploits necessarily for the greater good?
This programme will...Show More
With their code of chivalry and the legendary adventures of King Arthur, much has been romanticised about the lives of knights. But what were they really like? Were all of their exploits necessarily for the greater good?
This programme will teach about the lives of these armour-clad warriors of the Middle Ages, focusing on the role they played in the society of the time. Explore the ever-changing protection and weaponry employed by the knights, the reasons behind their participation in tournaments and the storied history of the Crusades. Show Less
The Merchant
Buying and selling goods to the general masses may not seem very exciting, but being a merchant in the Middle Ages ensured one a life filled with adventure. This programme teaches students about the lives of these well-travelled entrepreneurs,...Show More
Buying and selling goods to the general masses may not seem very exciting, but being a merchant in the Middle Ages ensured one a life filled with adventure. This programme teaches students about the lives of these well-travelled entrepreneurs, whose trade in life generated the need for building medieval towns.
Get a first hand account of what it was like to be the wife of a merchant, and follow the path young boys pursued to learn a craft. Explore the role of the guilds and learn why the cathedrals of the period are lasting reminders of the wealth and dedication of these travelling craftsmen. Show Less
The Monk
They were religious men who often lived sequestered from society in self-contained monasteries. This programme teaches students about monastic life in the Middle Ages, exploring the simple lives led by monks, often devoid of many luxuries of the...Show More
They were religious men who often lived sequestered from society in self-contained monasteries. This programme teaches students about monastic life in the Middle Ages, exploring the simple lives led by monks, often devoid of many luxuries of the period.
Get a first hand look at the monasteries, structures that often provided more safety than life in the surrounding areas plagued by war, violence and hunger. Discover how these monks spent their time within the monastery walls, how one became a monk and the role they played in the Crusades. Show Less
The Noble
They were the wealthiest members of society - a group who reported to their king and ruled over their serfs. This programme teaches students about the nobility of the Middle Ages, exploring the castles that served as both fortification and living...Show More
They were the wealthiest members of society - a group who reported to their king and ruled over their serfs. This programme teaches students about the nobility of the Middle Ages, exploring the castles that served as both fortification and living space for the noble family, while taking in the personal effects and food that demonstrated a noble's affluence.
Students will learn about the traditional career paths for children born into nobility, the tournaments nobles attended for entertainment and the lasting legacy of the wealthiest class of the Middle Ages. Show Less
The Serf
The backbone of medieval society was the serfs. This programme teaches students about the daily life of those who were bound to their lords' lands and whose days were filled with difficult manual labour.
Discover what it was like to be the...Show More
The backbone of medieval society was the serfs. This programme teaches students about the daily life of those who were bound to their lords' lands and whose days were filled with difficult manual labour.
Discover what it was like to be the child of a serf and learn about the holidays they celebrated and the eventual changes in society that led this class to rise above their meagre beginnings. Show Less