
The Empire and the Papacy, 918-1273
Investiture Contest, Crusades & The Famous ConflictsBy Thomas ToutLength18h 3m
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In "The Empire and the Papacy, 918-1273," Thomas Tout meticulously chronicles the intricate and often tumultuous relationship between the Holy Roman Empire and the Papacy during a pivotal epoch of medieval history. Employing a narrative style that deftly blends thorough historical analysis with engaging prose, Tout explores themes of authority, power struggles, and the entwined destinies of church and state. The book is interspersed with detailed accounts of key figures and events, providing a rich context that highlights the complexities of political and religious dynamics during this transformative period. Thomas Tout, a noted British historian and medieval scholar, draws on his extensive knowledge of European history and his passion for the sociopolitical frameworks of the Middle Ages to illuminate this fascinating subject. His academic background and expertise in medieval studies lend credibility to his interpretations, as he navigates through the significant events that shaped the landscape of both the Empire and the Church during the 10th to 13th centuries. This scholarly work is highly recommended for readers seeking a deeper understanding of the interplay between ecclesiastical authority and temporal power. Tout's insightful analysis and engaging narrative will appeal to both history enthusiasts and academic readers alike, making it an essential addition to the libraries of those interested in medieval politics and religious influence.
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GenreHistory
Length18 hrs 3 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 23, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Preface
2Bibliographical Note
3I. Introduction
4II. The Saxon Kings of the Germans, and Revival of the Roman Empire by Otto I. (919–973)
5III. The German Empire at the Height of Its Power; The Later Saxon and Early Salian Emperors (973–1056)
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6IV. France and Its Vassal States Under the Last Carolingians and the Early Capetians, 929–11084
7V. The Cluniac Reformation (910–1073) and Italy in the Eleventh Century5
8VI. The Investiture Contest (1056–1125)
9VII. The Eastern Empire and the Seljukian Turks (912–1095)
10VIII. The Early Crusades and the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem (1095–1187)
11IX. The Monastic Movement and the Twelfth Century Renascence11
12X. Germany and Italy, 1125–1152
13XI. Frederick Barbarossa and Alexander Iii. The Renewed Conflict of Papacy and Empire (1152–1190)
14XII. France, Normandy, and Anjou, and the Beginnings of the Greatness of the Capetian Monarchy (1108–1189)
15XIII. The Third Crusade and the Reign of Henry Vi.24 (1187–1197)
16XIV. Europe in the Days of Innocent Iii. (1198–1216)
17XV. The Byzantine Empire in the Twelfth Century, the Fourth Crusade, and the Latin Empire in the East (1095–1261)
18XVI. Frederick Ii. And the Papacy (1216–1250)
19XVII. France Under Philip Augustus and St. Louis (1180–1270)
20XVIII. The Universities and the Friars
21XIX. The Last Crusades and the East in the Thirteenth Century
22XX. The Growth of Christian Spain42
23XXI. The Fall of the Hohenstaufen and the Great Interregnum [1250–1273]
24(1) Popes
25(2) Emperors and Kings of the Romans
26(3) Eastern Emperors
27(4) Latin Emperors of the East
28(5) Kings of Jerusalem
29(6) Kings of France
30Sidenotes