{"title":"Frances Gies","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the fascinating world of medieval history through the works of Frances Gies, a renowned historian and author. Her meticulously researched books bring to life the intricacies and daily experiences of people from the Middle Ages. Perfect for history enthusiasts, students, and casual readers alike, Gies' captivating narratives provide a window into the past, offering insights into the social, cultural, and economic fabric of medieval times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003eLife in a Medieval Village\u003c\/em\u003e, where Gies delves into the everyday life and routines of village inhabitants during this vibrant era. Her engaging writing style and attention to detail ensure that readers are not just informed but thoroughly engrossed in the medieval period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the varied aspects of medieval history through Frances Gies' books, and gain a deeper understanding of a time that shaped the foundations of today's world. Whether you're interested in the daily lives of villagers, the workings of medieval society, or the evolution of military practices, this collection offers a comprehensive and enlightening journey into the past.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"life-in-a-medieval-village-by-joseph-gies-9780062415660","title":"Life in a Medieval Village","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The Gieses carefully mine a large mountain of human interest and appeal.”—David Herlihy, Keene Professor of History, Brown University\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis new reissue of \u003cem\u003eLife in a Medieval Village\u003c\/em\u003e, by respected historians Joseph and Frances Gies, paints a lively, convincing portrait of rural people at work and at play in the Middle Ages. Focusing on the village of Elton, in the English East Midlands, the Gieses detail the agricultural advances that made communal living possible, explain what domestic life was like for serf and lord alike, and describe the central role of the church in maintaining social harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThough the main focus is on Elton, c. 1300, the Gieses supply enlightening historical context on the origin, development, and decline of the European village, itself an invention of the Middle Ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeticulously researched, \u003cem\u003eLife in a Medieval Village\u003c\/em\u003e is a remarkable account that illustrates the captivating world of the Middle Ages and demonstrates what it was like to live during a fascinating—and often misunderstood—era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46531884941548,"sku":"9780062415660","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780062415660.jpg?v=1749525171"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/frances-gies.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}