Using Libraries For Medieval Research Information about using modern libraries to find information on the medieval and renaissance periods. http://www.lehigh.edu/~jahb/jadwiga/libraries.html
Extractions: Different libraries have different types of collections, so you will want to plan your research and finding efforts based on the materials you are looking for. Also, different libraries offer different types of services, so that is a factor too. What resources and what kind of help you can get often depends on what libraries you visit. It's often useful to start with the libraries that are most beholden to you, either because you are affiliated with them or they get public tax money. Even if the librarians cannot answer your question there, they can sometimes refer you to other libraries that can help you. Before visiting a library, call (or email) to check out what access to the collections you may have. Certain private university and special libraries don't allow the public in, or require special ID or references, or limit times and collections that are available to the public. Some libraries will issue you a library card (for free or for a fee) to check out books even if you are not part of their primary clientele; others won't.
The Gode Boke Ring Lists sites and joining information. The sites are those listed on A Boke of Gode Cookery, a medieval and renaissance food site. http://www.ringsurf.com/netring?ring=godeship;action=info;b=
Worldroots.com Luminarium (medieval, renaissance, 17th Century) by Anniina Jokinen The HistoryRing by Phil Konstantin; medieval European Costume by the Costumer s http://worldroots.com/brigitte/royal/royal0.htm
Extractions: Donations Descent from Adam by Joe Orgill Ancestors and Coat of Arms by Josef Ramsperger Ancient Genealogies Ancient History Gateway The Heirs of Thomas Arundell of Wardour The ... Courtly Lives of Royals, Peerage, Saints, Knights, and Their Genealogy by MJ Knecht Cyndi's List (heraldry only) ES-SENCE - Kaj Malachowski's guide to Europaische Stammtafeln Europaeische Stammtafeln Notes by John DuLong Davidic Dynasty by David Hughes Genealogy of Mankind from Adam to Japheth, Shem, and Ham Genealogy Middle Age by K.H. Schreiber
REED - Patrons And Performances Online searchable database of drama patrons and performances in medieval and renaissance England, with interactive mapping. http://link.library.utoronto.ca/reed/
Extractions: Professional performers of all kinds in England and Wales toured to provincial towns, monasteries and private residences before 1642. The Records of Early English Drama project (REED) is discovering fresh evidence about medieval and renaissance entertainment for publication in volumes for all English, Scottish and Welsh counties. The September 2003 pilot version of the web site focused on data relating to the county of Lancashire. Please see 'Present Data Coverage' for a schedule of monthly uploads of further data in 2005. We invite you to discover the world of medieval and renaissance performers by exploring the images, maps and other hyperlinked features and to let us know what you think of this new research and educational resource.
Aeriebooks.com Books on Celtic Cultures and the European medieval and renaissance Periods, including Children's books. http://www.aeriebooks.com
Aranwen's Jewelry Specializes in jewelry inspired by the Victorian, renaissance, medieval and gothic styles. http://www.aranjewel.com/
Guillaume De Machaut Biographical material, medieval portrait art, and selected discography. http://hem.passagen.se/alkerstj/worldofclassicalmusic/renaissance/guillaume_de_m
Extractions: Guillaume de Machaut c. 1160-1225 Probably born in Rheims, Machaut was the leading exponent of the Ars Nova movement that flourished in France during the fourteenth century. In 1323 he joined the royal household of John of Lux embourg, King of Bohemia, and served as a clerk for about 20 years, widely respected as a poet as well as a composer. He travelled with the court, but increasingly spent his time composing rather than in administration. His first verified composition was a motet written in 1324 for the election of the Archbishop of Rheims. Through the efforts of King John, Machaut was granted several benefices, in particular the canonry of the new Gothic cathedral in Rheims, granted in 1337. He took up residency there in 1340, leaving his formal work with the king though remaining in service until the monarch's death at the battle of Crecy in 1346. Machaut was one of the earliest known users of syncopated rhythm, and was at the forefront of rhythmic experimentation in both his religious and his secular music. His Hoquetus David is one of the first pieces of purely instrumental music in modern Western times. In addition, he composed for voices in a wider vocal range than was previously thought possible. In all he wrote more than 140 (mainly polyphonic) compositions, although fewer than two dozen have been found outside his own collections, suggesting that he protected his work fiercely. After the outbreak
GreyCat Designs Renaissance Clothing Custom crafted and readyto-wear renaissance, medieval and Fantasy clothing for men and women. Also a growing line of Celtic and renaissance trims and ribbons for your personal sewing projects. http://www.greycatdesigns.com
Extractions: High quality, hand-crafted Renaissance, Medieval, and Fantasy inspired clothing appropriate for SCA, LARP, Weddings, Renaissance Festivals, and more! Please browse our catalog or email us at greycatdesigns@gmail.com for pictures and information about our custom-crafted garb. We try to carry both the fun and fantasy alongside the historically accurate, so you can find a little of everything. All items are hand crafted by Laura Dake, a professional seamstress in Raleigh, NC. I've been sewing since I was knee high to a grasshopper, and love creating these wonderful garments for Rennies, SCAers, and LARPers. :) We also carry a growing line of Medieval, Celtic, and Renaissance based trims for your own sewing projects! -Laura Dake, GreyCat Designs
MAA Homepage Performs medieval, renaissance and Baroque music in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Los Alamos, New Mexico Concert calendar, group activities, ticket purchace information, discography, illustrated glossary of early instruments. http://www.la.unm.edu/~davies/MAA/MAA-home.html
Poison Pen Press Books for the reenactor and Faire patron on medieval cookery, costuming, and domestic aspects of the Middle Ages and renaissance; on line catalog and ordering information. http://www.poisonpenpress.com
Extractions: Books on medieval cookery, costuming, domestic aspects of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Poison Pen Press sells books, specializing in medieval cookery, costuming, and other material relating to the domestic aspects of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. We have the finest list of in-print cookery titles in The Known World. A few interesting books relating to later historical periods have recently been added to our list, as well as a few on historical gardening; well, that's domestic, isn't it? Our secondary specialty is hard-to-find juvenile fantasies, in particular reprints of such author as D W Jones. In addition, we carry a select list of historical murder mysteries, and a few books written by our friends. I am very happy to be offering Changeover , a paperback reprint of Diana Wynne Jones first published novel ($20). According to the cover blurb, "It is the 1960s, and the small African country Nmkwami is preparing for independence from Britain. The prime minister is looking forward to being the first president. The last colonial governor is looking forward to a quiet retirement. The ordinary people are just looking forward to a good party. Into this peaceful scene comes the shadowy figure of Mark Changeover. Is he an international terrorist? A bomb-throwing anarchist? Or, perhaps, nobody at all? As the police hunt for Changeover, as the army mobilizes, as students come out both for and against him, a passing military plane chooses an unfortunate time to lose a nuclear bomb " The book includes a three-page introduction by Diana Wynne Jones, discussing the origins of the book.
Schola Gladiatoria The school has translated Fior di Battaglia by Fiore dei Liberi and train in this and the work of Filippo Vadi (both late medieval/early renaissance). Located in West London, England, the group demonstrates nationally and internationally. http://mysite.wanadoo-members.co.uk/scholagladiatoria
Cariadoc's Miscellany renaissance and medieval recipes http://www.pbm.com/~lindahl/cariadoc/miscellany.html
Extractions: Search! This is an electronic version of almost all of Cariadoc's Miscellany, which is a collection of articles and recipes. This version is a work in progress; I have not scanned all the illustrations. For more information about food in the Renaissance and Middle ages, check out the Medieval/Renaissance Food Homepage introduction Articles in Persona Articles About Persona Concerning a dream Staying In Persona and Other Things: An Opinion The Little Things (missing pictures.) Some Sources for Islamic Persona Adjusting to Reality A Dying Dream The Enchanted Ground: A Progress Report (picture?) Concerning Consistency (or: Ignorance is Bliss) (picture? trailing anecdote?)
Medieval Recipies Favourite medieval and renaissance recipes adapted for the modern cook. http://www.bitwise.net/~ken-bill/med-p1.htm
Extractions: Medieval feasts have been hobby of mine since I was asked to prepare a Medieval dinner for a SCA (Society for Creative Anachronism) event while in college. It was an unqualified disaster, but spurred me on with a desire to never let that happen again. Since that time, I've done a good deal more research, have had a fair amount more experience in cooking, and have collected an invaluable library of Medieval and Renaissance cookbooks. Here are some of my favorite recipes from the period. I've started each recipe of with the original text. As you'll see, there are few if any measurements of ingredients, so feel free to adjust amounts to suit your own taste without undue worry about staying authentic. Remember that that's what you'd be doing in the Middle Ages anyway. Have fun.
Extractions: Erasmus Widmann from Musikalischer Tugendspiegel Garklein Flötlein, Kortholt, Rauschpfeife, Nicolo Shawm, Basset Rackett, Crumhorn, and Gemshorn .. these are just some of the fascinating instruments whose sounds you will hear on this CD. David Munrow begins by introducing them one by one, with a spoken explanation followed by a demonstration. Then hear these instruments played together in three varied programs:- Music at the Court of King Henry VIII, Elizabethan Popular Tunes, and a Suite of Renaissance Dances. Before his untimely death David Munrow pioneered and was to become the acknowledged master of medieval instruments, performing on television, film, and making further recordings. In the original note accompanying this recording, David Munrow wrote:
Renaissance Information Center - The Crossroads Group - Faires And Festivals Main Entrance for the renaissance Information Center. The home of information on renaissance, medieval, western, and civil war reenactments events(faires, festivals), crafts and supplies. Home of the renaissance Herald and the renaissance Mall. http://www.renaissanceinfo.com/
Extractions: Special Events ... Koroneburg Old World Renaissance Festival . Visitors to this 1450-1600 European Village are entertained, discover fine arts and crafts, and enjoy delectable food and beverages. Please enjoy yourself and look around. Crossroads Group has plenty to offer any renaissance or historical reenacting enthusiast.
San Diego Early Music Society SDEMS is a nonprofit organization founded to showcase the music of Europe's medieval, renaissance and Baroque periods. http://www.sdems.org/
Extractions: The San Diego Early Music Society is a non-profit organization founded to showcase the musical treasures of Europes medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods, as performed on period instruments and in accordance with historical practice. The Society was established in 1981 and has presented concerts in churches, small halls, museums, and homes settings for which the music was composed. Click on a button to the left for more information about the SDEMS; for membership benefits; upcoming concerts; concert tickets; workshops; and links to other sites of interest to lovers of early music.