Promotional Information

This insightful survey of the "things" of medieval Europe allows modern readers to understand what they looked like, what they were made of, how they were created, and how they were used.

Table of Contents

Introduction List of Entries Guide to Related Topics All Things Medieval Bibliography Index About the Author

About the Author

Ruth A. Johnston is an independent scholar with a research specialty in medieval literature and languages.

Reviews

This is an enjoyable general introduction to medieval Europe which would be useful in public and high school libraries.
*Reference Reviews*

The more one uses this encyclopedia the more one likes it. Too often, beginning researchers become bogged down in personalities related to a topic; this work steers users toward an overview before they delve into the complexities of the period's people. Summing up: Recommended.
*Choice*

All Things Medieval is a unique reference source because it covers topics that are rarely discussed in most historical encyclopedias. Because of its easy-to-read style, this set is highly recommended for junior high and high school libraries and public libraries.
*Booklist*

This is a book you can read end-to-end for pleasure . . . . This is readable. The author is clearly having immense fun wallowing in the era and at the same time understanding it. . . . It's certainly a book you won't regret having.
*Black Gate*