"Extreme weather in the 1430s triggered a major economic crisis in England, leading to food shortages, livestock deaths, and widespread disruption, reshaping landholding practices."
"The article on forced marriages reveals how age, gender, and social status shaped claims of coercion in petitions to the Apostolic Penitentiary between 1484 and 1492."
"Hrafns saga Sveinbjarnarsonar blends historical writing with hagiography, offering insights into medieval Icelandic society's understanding of mental distress and sanctity."
In February and March 2026, ten notable open-access articles in medieval studies were published. Topics include the economic crisis in 1430s England due to extreme weather, forced marriages in late fifteenth-century petitions to the Apostolic Penitentiary, and the narrative complexities of Hrafns saga Sveinbjarnarsonar. These articles provide insights into social, economic, and psychological aspects of medieval life, reflecting the diverse research interests in the field. The list aims to support access to scholarly work without paywalls, benefiting researchers and enthusiasts alike.
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