Tuscan Histories: The Empire Revives
Italian Medieval History could be read as a series of conflicts between the Empire (first Greek, then German) and the Republic of Saint Peter. Tuscany in general and its counts were caught in the middle.
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Tuscan Histories: Lucca, Part I
The histories of Lucca and Pisa are closely interconnected. Although Pisa, Florence, and Siena will be our primary focus, some attention should be paid to Lucca, which played so prominent a part in Roman and Medieval Tuscan history.
The End of a Millennium, the Saxon Dynasty, and This Introduction
At the very turning of the Millennium, the most powerful ruler of Europe was obsessed with ancient Rome.
Taking the Pulse: What Is Wrong With America?
So, just in case there are any curmudgeons out there, please tell us ONE thing that is wrong with the American people. By concentrating on one issue, no matter how small, we might be able to get to the bottom
Otto I and the Imperial Revival
Four years before his victory at the Lech, Otto decided to involve himself in Italian affairs. It would be a mistake to regard Otto’s invasion of Italy as a completely cynical move.
Bibliography for Early Medieval Italy
This is a first draft of a haphazard list of books used over the years. It will be corrected and amplified as time goes on, and new sections will be added.
James Patrick, R.I.P.
We have received news from Jerry Brock of the death of our friend and colleague James Patrick.
The Dark Age of the Church
Between the death of Louis II (in 875) and the coronation of Otto the Great as Emperor (in 962), Italy was in a state of constant disruption as various pretenders attempted to make good their claims to the throne of Italy or, more tenuously, to the Empire. Louis II, son of Emperor Lothair I had been the legitimate heir of Charlemagne.
Darkest Before The Dawn
Italy in the 9th and 10th centuries descended into disorder. And the Eastern Empire once again flexes its muscles.
