Medieval History Senior

Medieval History: A Literature Approach for Senior HighAlthough many people have been taught that the period from 400 to 1522 A.D. was marked by darkness, ignorance, and struggle, this guide will show you that the opposite is true!Rich period literature will show you that it was a time when people were forming ideas that still impact us today. It was also a time of exciting discoveries, new innovations, and wonderful stories. Reading Beowulf will open student's eyes to the terrors of living under the threat of Viking raids. The Song of Roland provides a glimpse into the mores and ethics of a time where the concepts of chivalry were just developing. The story of William Wallace reveals a passionate love of liberty that we still find heroic today. You will also accompany Marco Polo on his travels through Asia, witnessing sights never imagined by the western mind.Songs, hymns, and creeds will give you insight into the religious beliefs of people who lived over 1500 years ago!In this homes