An important human trait is our inclination to develop complex relationships with numerous other species. In the great majority of cases however, these mutualistic relationships involve a pair of species, whose co-evolution has been achieved through behavioural adaptation driving positive selection pressures.
Exploring the multifaceted perception of wolves during the Middle Ages, this book synthesizes historical records and various evidence to provide a nuanced understanding. It delves into the cultural, social, and symbolic roles that wolves played in medieval society, challenging common narratives and offering fresh insights into human-wolf interactions during this period.
The Archaeology of the Prussian Crusade explores the archaeology and material culture of the crusade against the Prussian tribes in the 13th century, and the subsequent society created by the Teutonic Order which lasted into the 16th century. číst celé
An incisive introduction to the Teutonic Knights, from crusaders to powerful rulers.