From the publisher:
Relates the history of the Middle Ages simply, directly, and entertainingly. The material is well-arranged and the selection of topics is excellent. Special attention is given to presenting the life of the people — peasant, noble, and court. A unique and valuable book.
Table of Contents:
1. Introduction
2. The Ancient Germans
3. Breaking the Frontier
4. The Wanderings of the West-Goths
5. End of the Western Empire
6. Growth of the Christian Church
7. Rise of the Franks
8. Franks and Mohammedans
9. Charlemagne
10. The Growth of Feudalism
11. Deeds of the Northmen
12. The First Crusade
13. Later Crusades
14. Life of the Castle
15. Life of the Village and Town
16. Life of the Monastery
17. Papacy and Empire
18. The Hundred Years' War
19. End of the Middle Ages
