Roger J. H. Collins is an English medievalist whose work delves into the intricacies of the Middle Ages. His scholarship is characterized by profound insights into historical processes and meticulous analysis of medieval society. As an honorary fellow in history at the University of Edinburgh, he contributes to the ongoing exploration of this pivotal era in human history. His contributions illuminate the complexities and nuances of the medieval world for contemporary readers.
In a future Golden Age of Transparency Fitima Anueche, an Afro-Caribbean astrophysicist, battles mysterious outbreaks of anarchy that threaten her world. Upon discovering the cause of the chaos that eventually endangers her mother, Fitima joins the boss she'd suspected of misconduct and together they undertake a risky remedy to restore a world gone mad.
Exploring the Papacy's extensive history, this book delves into its significant impact on religion, politics, and society throughout the centuries. It examines the evolution of the Papal office, key figures, and pivotal events that shaped its role as a powerful institution. Readers will gain insight into the Papacy's influence on global affairs and its enduring legacy in shaping the course of history.
The narrative explores the complex legacy of Albert Stohl, an engineer with a hidden past at Auschwitz, who must confront his actions during World War II when sharing his story with his family. As he grapples with the moral implications of his role, readers are prompted to reflect on their own potential reactions in similar circumstances. The well-researched account offers a unique perspective on the Holocaust, blending historical detail with personal conflict, making it a compelling read for those interested in the human side of history.
In this text the author provides an account of the centuries during which Europe changed from being an abstract geographical expression into a new, culturally coherent, if politically divided, entity. It examines how the social, economic and cultural structures of Antiquity were replaced by their medieval equivalents and also seeks to define the European context, by looking at those external forces, such as the nomadic confederacies of Central Asia and the Islamic empire of the Arabs, which helped to shape it through conflict.
Focusing on the reign of Charlemagne from 768 to 814, this account explores a pivotal era in European history, bridging the fall of the Roman Empire and the onset of the Italian Renaissance. It delves into Charlemagne's transformative leadership, cultural advancements, and the establishment of a unified Christian empire, highlighting his impact on the political and social landscape of Europe during this crucial time.