Medieval Studies: An Introduction, Second Edition

By James M. Powell

Book Overview

In addition to sections devoted to Latin paleography, diplomatics, computer-assisted research, numismatics, archaeology, problems in chronology, and prospography, this text describes state-of-the-art research methodology and critical approaches to English literature, Latin philosophies, law, science, art and music.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0815625561
• ISBN13: 9780815625568
• Release Date: August 1992
• Publisher: Syracuse University Press
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

indispensable handbook for the profession

Highly recommended for anyone who is thinking of pursuing a higher degree in medieval studies, or anyone who simply wants a glimpse into the various aspects of the profession. (Apparently the other reviewer does not quite understand the meaning of "Introduction"...or "medieval studies." ) Nowhere else will one find a collection of introductions to such a broad array of specialized medieval disciplines: paleography, diplomatics, numismatics, prosopography, computer-assisted analysis of statistical documents of medieval society, medieval chronology, medieval English literature, Latin philosophies, medieval art, and medieval music. If you're looking for a synthetic narrative about the middle ages, browse elsewhere. If you want to know what professional medievalists do--or even embark your own training as one--this is the book for you.