Famous Men of the Middle Ages

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Haaren, John H. (John Henry), 1855-1916.

Contributor:

Poland, Addison B.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Famous Men of the Middle Ages" by John H. Haaren and Addison B. Poland is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work aims to introduce young readers to notable figures of the medieval period through engaging biographies, starting with prominent leaders like Alaric and Attila. By focusing on the lives and deeds of these historical figures, the authors intend to spark interest in history and make it relatable to younger audiences. The opening of the book presents a preface that emphasizes the importance of biographies in history education, suggesting that integrating stories about significant individuals can captivate and inform students more effectively than general historical narratives. Following the preface, the introduction transitions into a discussion about the Teutonic gods, introducing characters like Woden and Thor, which sets the stage for the subsequent chapters focused on influential historical figures. The authors articulate their approach to teaching history through storytelling, making it accessible and engaging for younger readers, and ultimately paving the way for understanding the larger historical context of the Middle Ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Original version produced by Brett Fishburne and Jenny Francisco. Corrected and updated version, and illustrated HTML version, prepared by Robert J. Hall.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2003-02-01