Manners and Customs in the Middle Ages

In the Middle Ages, it was important for everyone to dress and act according to their position in society. This intriguing new book describes the different manners and customs that were practiced by kings, knights, ladies, peasants, and religious officials - on the battlefield, in a monastery, at weddings, and at a funerals. Topics include

- knights and chivalry

- rules that noble youth had to follow when serving their lord and lady

- the tradition of monks and nuns eating in silence

- wedding customs, such as the wedding ring and the bridal veil

- the belief that women should be humble and obedient

- rituals for pregnancy, birth, and birthdays

- the twelve days of Christmas

- superstitions about health and hygiene

- burial rituals