Journal of Medieval Military History: Volume XX

The Journal of Medieval Warfare is a leading academic publication for scholarly research on medieval warfare, covering a wide chronological and geographical range, from eleventh-century Georgia to fifteenth-century England and France, Iberia, and the Empire. It includes essays on various topics, such as the use of lancegays, Aragonese leaders in the War of the Two Pedros, Prince Ferdinand's battle-seeking strategy, and a newly-discovered Habsburg battle plan. The volume also embraces different approaches, including cultural-intellectual history, experimental archaeology, comparison of medieval manuscripts with modern films, and archivally-based administrative history.

Format: Hardback
Length: 252 pages
Publication date: 21 June 2022
Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Ltd

The Journal of Medieval Warfare remains a leading academic platform for the dissemination of cutting-edge research on medieval warfare, spanning a vast chronological and geographical expanse. This volume continues to uphold its proud tradition of presenting groundbreaking research, covering a diverse range of time periods and regions. From the eleventh-century reign of David IV in Georgia, where he employed techniques described in De velitatione bellica, to the fifteenth-century conflicts in England and France, where a detailed analysis of the underappreciated lancegay and similar weapons is presented, the Journal showcases a wide array of studies. Additionally, Iberia and the Empire are explored, with a focus on Aragonese leaders during the War of the Two Pedros, a discussion of Prince Ferdinand's strategic approach leading up to the pivotal battle of Toro in 1476, and the discovery and transcription of a newly-discovered Habsburg battle plan from the early sixteenth century, intended for the war against Venice.

The volume employs diverse approaches, encompassing cultural-intellectual history, experimental archaeology, comparative analysis of medieval illuminated manuscripts and modern film depictions of battle, and archivally-based administrative history. Contributors to this volume include renowned scholars such as David S. Bachrach, Daniel Bertrand, Peter Burkholder, Ekaitz Etxeberria Gallastegi, Michael John Harbinson, Steven Isaac, Donald J. Kagay, Tomaž Lazar, and Mamuka Tsurtsumia. Their contributions shed light on various aspects of medieval warfare, contributing to our understanding of this pivotal period in history.

The Journal of Medieval Warfare remains a vital resource for scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts alike, offering a comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective on medieval warfare. Its commitment to presenting innovative research and promoting scholarly discourse ensures that it continues to be a leading authority in the field.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781783277186