The Modern Scholar: The Medieval World I: Kingdoms, Empires, and War

By: Prof. Thomas F. Madden

Narrated by: Thomas F. Madden

An award-winning, widely recognized expert on premodern history, Professor Thomas F. Madden launches the first of a two-part series on the medieval world. This all-encompassing investigation of a highly influential time period includes the major events of the era and informative discussion of empire, papacy, the Crusades, and the fall of Constantinople.

During the course of these lectures, Professor Madden also addresses the rise of Islam, reform movements, and schisms in the church. In so doing, Professor Madden underscores the significance and grand scale of an age that continues to hold an undeniable fascination for people today.

©2009 Thomas F. Madden (P)2009 Recorded Books, LLC

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Nice Overview

Nice overview on the political history of Europe in the Medieval time. Highlights the important turning points, and the events that lead to shape Europe as we know it today. It's a bit difficult to keep up with all the names and people if you're not already familiar with them.

I like Professor Madden’s voice

Extremely informative without being too dry. I like the way Professor Madden speaks. It feels more like a friend is telling me a story. Someone made a comment about him stammering. I actually liked that about his delivery. Chapter 10 was my favorite.

Prof Madden is fabulous

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Prof Madden is not at all condescending. This is part 1 of 2 parts- both are excellent and informative and Prof M makes amusing and interesting asides. I've listened to all about 4/5 times.

Fantastic Listen

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The author ties everything together so well.

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I like all of Professor Madden's lectures.