3+ day, 1+ hour ago   (623+ words) Archaeologists working near Samarkand in Uzbekistan have uncovered the remains of an eighth-century palace complex within the fortified citadel of the medieval settlement of Mingtepa. The discovery, which includes pieces of sculpture found inside a large hall, could offer new…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (547+ words) Thirty-one medieval manuscripts from the National Library of the Czech Republic are now available online, offering a new look at medieval medicine, religion, law and science. Among them is a medical manuscript containing a previously unknown copy of advice written…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (862+ words) Archaeologists excavating near Suzdal in Russia have uncovered an unusually well-preserved 10th-century chamber grave containing a man buried alongside a horse and dog, as well as weapons and riding equipment. The discovery provides new evidence that an elite military presence…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (219+ words) As news reached 13th-century Europe of a new power emerging in the East, the kings of France were among those most eager to learn more about these mysterious newcomers. This book traces their efforts to understand the Mongols, establish connections…...