Guess what? Most of what we think we know about the middle ages is actually: The Middle Ages as interpreted by the Victorians, and was neatly adjusted to fit the mores of their time. Terry Jones peels away this Victorian smokescreen and gets rid of all the popular clichés about witches, chivalry,(lack of)science and chaste helpless damsels in a refreshing way. This documentary series is whimsical enough to be enjoyed by a twelve year old, but at the same time so factual, informative, and well researched that it will please... everyone really. For example, Jones walks through actual medieval art during his explanations, which is not just funny, but also an actual 'academically correct' choice.
Every episode has its own theme: The Peasant (Feudal Farming and the Farmers rebellion), The Monk (Religion), The Damsel (Woman and sexuality), The Minstrel (Music, acting, and court culture), The Night, The Philosopher (science), The Outlaw (Law and Order), and the King. In these times where history having to do with woman seems to be out of fashion or deemed unimportant again, I particularly enjoyed The Damsel.
Do yourself a favour and check it out!
Every episode has its own theme: The Peasant (Feudal Farming and the Farmers rebellion), The Monk (Religion), The Damsel (Woman and sexuality), The Minstrel (Music, acting, and court culture), The Night, The Philosopher (science), The Outlaw (Law and Order), and the King. In these times where history having to do with woman seems to be out of fashion or deemed unimportant again, I particularly enjoyed The Damsel.
Do yourself a favour and check it out!