At the beginning of the 15th century Europe hovered on the brink of a modern age. Great changes were evident throughout the continent in society, politics, art, commerce and religion. Beginning with a chapter on the political disputes which determined Europe's borders, in particular the Hapsburg Dynasty, this fully illustrated volume describes everyday life for both the aristocracy and the peasantry in Europe at this time. The author explains how people lived, worshipped, waged war and coped with the plagues and tragedies that befell them. Other features of 15th century life are also covered, such as literature, architecture, witchcraft and commercial guilds.
- ISBN10 0816021880
- ISBN13 9780816021888
- Publish Date September 1989
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 22 April 1998
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Facts On File Inc
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 240
- Language English