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This 1991 book is an examination of Catalonian peasants in the Middle Ages integrating archival evidence with medieval theories of society.

The medieval clergy, aristocracy, and commercial classes tended to regard peasants as objects of contempt and derision. In religious writings, satires, sermons,

How medieval Europe’s infatuation with expensive, fragrant, exotic spices led to an era of colonial expansion and discovery: “A consummate delight.” —Ma

This richly illustrated book applies the discoveries of the new generation of food historians to the pleasures of dining and the culinary accomplishments of div

An innovative study which explores how the presence of Muslim communities transformed Europe and stimulated Christian society to define itself.