... "recollection" was supposed to motivate (not intimidate) Charles the Fat by speaking of Charlemagne's feats, but not embellishing them. Although this book is compiled of two unique approaches to the life of Charlemagne, three common themes representative of this time period prevail: the political system of feudalism, the dual power of church and state, and the rebirth of culture in the Carolingian Renaissance. The first major theme presented in The ... Two Lives of Charlemagne was the idea of feudalism. In this system, there was an Emperor ... ...

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... in society are economic conditions, religious traditions, war, and politics. ~Weapons and equip.-private armies,saddles,stirrups,armor,high flying missiles. War games-tournaments. Code of Chivalry-complex set of ideals, demanded that a knight fight bravely in defense of 3 masters,-loyal,brave,courteous. Castle life-home of lord,lady,family,knights,servants.-encircled by massive walls and guard towers. ~Romantic love-Troubadours-poet musicians-Eleanor ... . - Clovis was responsible for bringing Christianity to the Franks. -Western Europe was reunited for the first time after the fall of t...

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... state religion in the fourth century, and emerging as a "cultural trend" (212). It became further defined, and was the bases of the Western World's proceedings. Christianity's popularity influenced the church by people's newfound ability to concentrate on faith and a better life. With this foundation, the Middle Ages expanded religious importance by employing it in day to day ... life. Christianity was consistently present in the social arena of the Middle Ages. There were many controversies over Christian beliefs. The engrossment in Christianity in the ... stimulated people to regain f...

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... state religion in the fourth century, and emerging as a "cultural trend" (212). It became further defined, and was the bases of the Western World's proceedings. Christianity's popularity influenced the church by people's newfound ability to concentrate on faith and a better life. With this foundation, the Middle Ages expanded religious importance by employing it in day-to-day ... life. Christianity was consistently present in the social arena of the Middle Ages. There were many controversies over Christian beliefs. The engrossment in Christianity in the ... stimulated people to regain f...

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... cure. To put it simply, they had only room for improvement in many areas. Both foreign enemies and lack of political leadership added to the woes of these villagers and eventually forced the people of Europe to improve everything from political structure to military strength. The death of Louis the Pious (son of Charlemagne) caused a struggle amongst his three sons over land, and for the title ... with art and education and The Renaissance starting in the 14th century. Although I've merely "scratched the surface" of feudalism, knighthood, and city life, hopefully my point is obvious. No...

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