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Every aspect of courtly culture comes to life in Joachim Bumkes extraordinarily rich and welldocumented presentation. A renowned medievalist with an encyclopedic knowledge of original sources and a passion for history, Bumke overlooks no detail, from the material realities of aristocratic societythe castles and clothing, weapons and transportation, food, drink, and table etiquetteto the behavior prescribed and practiced at tournaments, knighting ceremonies, and great princely feasts. The courtly knight and courtly lady, and the transforming idea of courtly love, are seen through the literature that celebrated them, and we learn how literacy among an aristocratic laity spread from France through Germany and became the basis of a cultural revolution. At the same time, Bumke clearly challenges those who have comfortably confused the ideals of courtly culture with their expression in courtly society.Monumental, exhaustive, definitive. These are the qualifiers that come to mind as one peruses the medieval scholar Bumkes astonishing and encyclopedic accomplishment. . . .R. J. Cormier, ChoiceThis book merits attention well beyond medieval German literary and historical circles. . . . Bumke is intent on demolishing the myth that the idealized patterns of behavior in courtly literature are an accurate reflection of the reality of aristocratic life.William Henry Jackson, Speculum
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While the book covers a lot about culture and society, I felt the writing was a bit dry. It’s useful as a reference, but I struggled to stay engaged. Might be better for those who already have a strong interest in the period.
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Anjali Patel
Good Overview but Lacking Engagement
While the book covers a lot about culture and society, I felt the writing was a bit dry. It’s useful as a reference, but I struggled to stay engaged. Might be better for those who already have a strong interest in the period.
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Anjali Patel
Good Overview but Lacking Engagement
While the book covers a lot about culture and society, I felt the writing was a bit dry. It’s useful as a reference, but I struggled to stay engaged. Might be better for those who already have a strong interest in the period.
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Elena Rodriguez
A Fascinating Read on the Middle Ages
This book offers such a deep dive into how literature reflected society in the High Middle Ages. The insights and anecdotes really brought the historical context to life. I'm glad I picked this up for my medieval studies course!
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Elena Rodriguez
A Fascinating Read on the Middle Ages
This book offers such a deep dive into how literature reflected society in the High Middle Ages. The insights and anecdotes really brought the historical context to life. I'm glad I picked this up for my medieval studies course!
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