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Explore the Haunting Tale of "Black Death 1330–1500: Plague and Persistence" Uncover the dark secrets of one of history's most enigmatic and transformative periods with our captivating book bundle, "Black Death 1330–1500: Plague and Persistence." This mesmerizing collection of four volumes will transport you to a world forever changed by the devastating Black Death. 📖 Book 1: The Plague's Prelude (1330-1345) Step into the enigmatic world of the 14th century, where the stage is set for an unprecedented catastrophe. Uncover the intricate socio-economic structures, the evolving medical understanding, and the rich cultural tapestry of a continent unknowingly teetering on the brink of devastation. 📖 Book 2: Surviving the Scourge (1347-1350) Stand shoulder to shoulder with individuals from all walks of life as they confront the relentless march of the plague. Their stories of courage, sacrifice, and the indomitable human spirit will leave you in awe of the power of resilience in the face of unimaginable suffering. 📖 Book 3: Aftermath and Rebirth (1351-1360) Witness the astonishing resurgence of a continent in the aftermath of the pandemic. Economic transformations, social upheavals, and cultural revivals paint a vivid picture of a Europe that refused to be defined solely by its darkest hour. Instead, it emerged from the ashes, forging a path toward recovery and renewal. 📖 Book 4: Plague's Legacy (1354-1500) Venture beyond the immediate aftermath to explore the enduring consequences of the pandemic. Demographic shifts, economic reconfigurations, and the cultural echoes of the Black Death reverberate through the centuries, leaving a profound and lasting imprint on the trajectory of human history. Why "Black Death 1330–1500: Plague and Persistence"? 🌍 Explore History's Crucible: Immerse yourself in the 14th-century world on the brink of catastrophe and witness the transformation of Europe. 📚 Engaging Storytelling: Meticulously researched and vividly narrated, these volumes bring history to life through compelling storytelling. 💡 Timeless Lessons: Discover lessons in resilience, adaptability, and the enduring spirit of humanity that remain relevant in our modern world. 📖 Comprehensive Exploration: With four volumes at your fingertips, you'll delve deep into every aspect of the Black Death, from its prelude to its enduring legacy. 🧐 Unlock the Past: Gain insights into how one pandemic reshaped economies, societies, and cultures, leaving a lasting imprint on our world. Order "Black Death 1330–1500: Plague and Persistence" Today! If you're a history enthusiast, a lover of compelling narratives, or simply curious about the pivotal events that have shaped our world, this book bundle is a must-have. Join us on this captivating journey through time, where you'll witness the resilience of humanity in the face of one of history's greatest challenges. Don't miss out! Order your copy of "Black Death 1330–1500: Plague and Persistence" now and embark on a remarkable historical adventure.

Explore the Haunting Tale of "Black Death 1330-1500: Plague and Persistence" Uncover the dark secrets of one of history's most enigmatic and transformative periods with our captivating book bundle, "Black Death 1330-1500: Plague and Persistence." This mesmerizing collection of four volumes will transport you to a world forever changed by the devastating Black Death. ���� Book 1: The Plague's Prelude (1330-1345) Step into the enigmatic world of the 14th century, where the stage is set for an unprecedented catastrophe. Uncover the intricate socio-economic structures, the evolving medical understanding, and the rich cultural tapestry of a continent unknowingly teetering on the brink of devastation. ���� Book 2: Surviving the Scourge (1347-1350) Stand shoulder to shoulder with individuals from all walks of life as they confront the relentless march of the plague. Their stories of courage, sacrifice, and the indomitable human spirit will leave you in awe of the power of resilience in the face of unimaginable suffering. ���� Book 3: Aftermath and Rebirth (1351-1360) Witness the astonishing resurgence of a continent in the aftermath of the pandemic. Economic transformations, social upheavals, and cultural revivals paint a vivid picture of a Europe that refused to be defined solely by its darkest hour. Instead, it emerged from the ashes, forging a path toward recovery and renewal. ���� Book 4: Plague's Legacy (1354-1500) Venture beyond the immediate aftermath to explore the enduring consequences of the pandemic. Demographic shifts, economic reconfigurations, and the cultural echoes of the Black Death reverberate through the centuries, leaving a profound and lasting imprint on the trajectory of human history. Don't miss out! Order your copy of "Black Death 1330-1500: Plague and Persistence" now and embark on a remarkable historical adventure.

"Benedictow's findings relating to the mortality caused by the Black Death are based on the study and synthesis of all available demographic studies. Published over the past forty years, most of them in widely dispersed local journals and local histories, this cumulative evidence, astounding in its implications, has gone largely unnoticed. This book makes it indisputably clear that the true mortality rate was far higher than has been previously thought."--BOOK JACKET.

A fascinating account of the phenomenon known as the Black Death, this volume offers a wealth of documentary material focused on the initial outbreak of the plague that ravaged the world in the 14th century. A comprehensive introduction that provides important background on the origins and spread of the plague is followed by nearly 50 documents organized into topical sections that focus on the origin and spread of the illness; the responses of medical practitioners; the societal and economic impact; religious responses; the flagellant movement and attacks on Jews provoked by the plague; and the artistic response. Each chapter has an introduction that summarizes the issues explored in the documents; headnotes to the documents provide additional background material. The book contains documents from many countries - including Muslim and Byzantine sources - to give students a variety of perspectives on this devastating illness and its consequences. The volume also includes illustrations, a chronology of the Black Death, and questions to consider.

A fascinating work of detective history, The Black Death traces the causes and far-reaching consequences of this infamous outbreak of plague that spread across the continent of Europe from 1347 to 1351. Drawing on sources as diverse as monastic manuscripts and dendrochronological studies (which measure growth rings in trees), historian Robert S. Gottfried demonstrates how a bacillus transmitted by rat fleas brought on an ecological reign of terror -- killing one European in three, wiping out entire villages and towns, and rocking the foundation of medieval society and civilization.

Illus. on lining papers. Bibliography: p. 223-224.

*Includes pictures *Includes accounts of the plague written by survivors across Europe *Includes a bibliography for further reading "The trend of recent research is pointing to a figure more like 45-50% of the European population dying during a four-year period. There is a fair amount of geographic variation. In Mediterranean Europe, areas such as Italy, the south of France and Spain, where plague ran for about four years consecutively, it was probably closer to 75-80% of the population. In Germany and England ... it was probably closer to 20%.." - Philip Daileader, medieval historian If it is true that nothing succeeds like success, then it is equally true that nothing challenges like change. People have historically been creatures of habit and curiosity at the same time, two parts of the human condition that constantly conflict with each other. This has always been true, but at certain moments in history it has been abundantly true, especially during the mid-14th century, when a boon in exploration and travel came up against a fear of the unknown. Together, they both introduced the Black Death to Europe and led to mostly incorrect attempts to explain it. The Late Middle Ages had seen a rise in Western Europe's population in previous centuries, but these gains were almost entirely erased as the plague spread rapidly across all of Europe from 1346-1353. With a medieval understanding of medicine, diagnosis, and illness, nobody understood what caused Black Death or how to truly treat it. As a result, many religious people assumed it was divine retribution, while superstitious and suspicious citizens saw a nefarious human plot involved and persecuted certain minority groups among them. Though it is now widely believed that rats and fleas spread the disease by carrying the bubonic plague westward along well-established trade routes, and there are now vaccines to prevent the spread of the plague, the Black Death gruesomely killed upwards of 100 million people, with helpless chroniclers graphically describing the various stages of the disease. It took Europe decades for its population to bounce back, and similar plagues would affect various parts of the world for the next several centuries, but advances in medical technology have since allowed researchers to read various medieval accounts of the Black Death in order to understand the various strains of the disease. Furthermore, the social upheaval caused by the plague radically changed European societies, and some have noted that by the time the plague had passed, the Late Middle Ages would end with many of today's European nations firmly established. The Black Death: The History and Legacy of the Middle Ages' Deadliest Plague chronicles the origins and spread of a plague that decimated Europe and may have wiped out over a third of the continent's population. Along with pictures and a bibliography, you will learn about the Black Death like never before, in no time at all.

It came out of Central Asia, killing one-third of the European population. And among the survivors, a new skepticism arose about life and God and human authority. Here, in this essay by British historian Philip Ziegler, is the story of the plague that ravaged Europe.

The Black Death was the fourteenth century's equivalent of a nuclear war. It wiped out one-third of Europe's population, taking millions of lives. The author draws together the most recent scientific discoveries and historical research to pierce the mist and tell the story of the Black Death as a gripping, intimate narrative.

The Bubonic Plague terrorized Europe and North Africa in the 14th century, killing millions of people. Readers learn many fascinating facts about what became known as the “Black Death.” They discover that the cause of the disease was unknown for most of the epidemic, and many unlikely things were blamed, including bad smells and occult rituals. Detailed sidebars and a comprehensive timeline augment the compelling text as it examines how the disastrous events of the plague were exacerbated by people’s ignorance of scientific facts.