Disability in Medieval Europe: Thinking about Physical Impairment in the High Middle Ages, c.1100 c.1400Taylor & Francis, 2005 M11 30 - 368 páginas This impressive volume presents a thorough examination of all aspects of physical impairment and disability in medieval Europe. Examining a popular era that is of great interest to many historians and researchers, Irene Metzler presents a theoretical framework of disability and explores key areas such as:
Bringing into play the modern day implications of medieval thought on the issue, this is a fascinating and informative addition to the research studies of medieval history, history of medicine and disability studies scholars the English-speaking world over. |