HIST 317 - Medieval Italy

Institution:

Catholic University of America

Subject:

History

Description:

This course examines the history of medieval Italy from the period of the barbarian invasions of the fifth century to the mid-Trecento. It is an age well known for the glittering Byzantine mosaics at Ravenna, the brilliant Norman court at Palermo, the gentle spirituality of Saint Francis, and the vernacular poetry of Dante, each topics considered in this course through primary sources in translation. Other topics include Guelf/Ghibelline politics, the commune and the contado, long-distance trade and commerce, artistic patronage and heritage, the family, education, religious life and popular devotion.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.cua.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 319-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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