"I am delighted that The Medieval Record—a book I used successfully in my medieval history survey over many semesters—is getting a new lease on life. The color illustrations are wonderful, and the new documents are translated beautifully into modern English. I like that this collection includes many sources not available in other readers, which tend to bundle the same old bunch of traditional sources (in varying translations from different translators). I like the very thoughtful introduction, which helps students think about historical documents and how to ‘do’ history when they read them. I especially appreciate the Topical Contents feature in the front matter—this is very helpful in guiding students to writing assignments." —John Contreni, emeritus, Purdue University
"I am delighted that a new edition of Medieval Record has finally been published. I want to thank the author and Hackett Publishing. I have used the old version for years and still consider it the best text out there. This year I’ll use it as the primary book for my class; it will serve both lectures and labs/primary source work. What I appreciate about the book is that it teaches students to read primary sources critically, a skill they can apply to their lives. It teaches students how to do history, rather than just learn and memorize." —Joëlle Rollo Koster, University of Rhode Island
Fully updated and revised, this edition of a classic medieval source collection features:
Reviews:
"I am delighted that The Medieval Record—a book I used successfully in my medieval history survey over many semesters—is getting a new lease on life. The color illustrations are wonderful, and the new documents are translated beautifully into modern English.
"I like that this collection includes many sources not available in other readers, which tend to bundle the same old bunch of traditional sources (in varying translations from different translators). I like the very thoughtful introduction, which helps students think about historical documents and how to ‘do’ history when they read them. I especially appreciate the Topical Contents feature in the front matter—this is very helpful in guiding students to writing assignments.”
—John Contreni, emeritus, Purdue University
"I am delighted that a new edition of Medieval Record has finally been published. I want to thank the author and Hackett Publishing. I have used the old version for years and still consider it the best text out there. This year I’ll use it as the primary book for my class; it will serve both lectures and labs/primary source work. What I appreciate about the book is that it teaches students to read primary sources critically, a skill they can apply to their lives. It teaches students how to do history, rather than just learn and memorize."
—Joëlle Rollo Koster, University of Rhode Island
About the Author:
Alfred J. Andrea is Emeritus Professor of History, The University of Vermont.