UID:
almafu_9959234520402883
Format:
1 online resource (480 p.)
ISBN:
1-282-60300-0
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9786612603006
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90-474-2877-3
Series Statement:
The Northern world, v. 45
Content:
Modern sensibilities have clouded historical views of slavery, perhaps more so than any other medieval social institution. Anachronistic economic rationales and notions about the progression of European civilisation have immeasurably distorted our view of slavery in the medieval context. As a result historians have focussed their efforts upon explaining the disappearance of this medieval institution rather than seeking to understand it. This book highlights the extreme cultural/social significance of slavery for the societies of medieval Britain and Ireland c. 800-1200. Concentrating upon the lifestyle, attitudes and motivations of the slave-holders and slave-raiders, it explores the violent activities and behavioural codes of Britain and Ireland’s warrior-centred societies, illustrating the extreme significance of the institution of slavery for constructions of power, ethnic identity and gender.
Note:
Description based upon print version of record.
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Preliminary Material /
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Chapter One. Slavery And Historiography /
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Chapter Two. Slaves And Warriors /
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Chapter Three. Slavery, Power And Gender /
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Chapter Four. Slavery And Sin /
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Chapter Five. Slavery And Cultural Antipathy /
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Conclusion. The Enduring Legacy Of Medieval Slavery /
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Epilogue /
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Appendix 1 /
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Appendix 2 /
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Bibliography /
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Index /
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English
Additional Edition:
ISBN 90-04-17533-4
Language:
English
Subjects:
History
URL:
Volltext
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URL:
Volltext
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