This book presents the first English translation of one of the most important twelfth-century narratives. The text describes the difficult task King Louis VI of France faced in bringing order and justice to his violent and militaristic principality and kingdom.

The Deeds of Louis the Fat (Not In A Series)

Biographies & Memoirs

SUGER

Historical

The Catholic University of America Press

Selected Works of Abbot Suger of Saint-Denis

Translated with Introduction and Notes by Richard Cusimano and Eric Whitmore Suger, the twelfth century abbot of Saint-Denis, has not received the respect and attention that he deserves. Bernard of Clairvaux and Peter the Venerable have garnered more attention, and students of medieval history know their names well. In one respect, however, Suger has earned due praise, for his architectural innovations to the church of Saint-Denis made it truly one of the most beautiful churches in Europe. Students of history and architecture know Suger best for his work on Saint-Denis, the burial site of medieval French kings, queens, and nobility. The abbot enlarged, decorated, improved, and redesigned the building so beautifully that it is safe to say that he became the foremost church architect of twelfth-century France. The man, however, was so much more than an architect. He served as a counselor and member of the courts of King Louis VI and VII, who sent him across Europe on diplomatic missions. He represented those kings at the papal curia and imperial diets. He was also a close friends and confidante of King Henry I of England, whom he often visited on behalf of French royal interests. Never shy, Suger seems almost obsessed that his works and deeds not be forgotten. He acquired numerous properties and estates for his abbey, as well as improved the ones it already possessed. He built new buildings, barns, walls for villages, and increased the return of grain from all the abbey's lands. Readers interested in the medieval agricultural system and way of life will also enjoy these texts. Suger's texts also provide a wealth of information about the events of his era as well as a large amount of biographical material on his accomplishments. This translation of his writings intends to enhance his reputation and make his name better known by students at all levels and among those interested in medieval topics.

History

Europe

Vie De Louis Le Gros: Suivie De L'Histoire Du Roi Louis VII (French Edition)

Nabu Press

Ecrit juste apres la mort du roi, Louis le Gros est une chronique detaillee de la vie du souverain, que Suger connaissait effectivement depuis son plus jeune age et dont il fut le conseiller autant que le confident. L'auteur non seulement relate les hauts faits de Louis VI, les sacs de chateaux, les nombreuses batailles, mais aussi se montre tout particulierement gourmand d'anecdotes pittoresques. L'ouvrage propose une edition bilingue du texte de Suger, prefacee, commentee et annotee.

Vie de Louis VI le Gros (Classiques de L'Histoire Au Moyen Age) (French Edition)

Literature & Fiction

History & Criticism

Les Belles Lettres

INTRODUCTIONI. Vie de SugerII. Suger et Saint-DenisIII. Les œuvres du 1er volumeRègles d''éditionBibliographieÉCRIT SUR LA CONSECRATIONL''ŒUVRE ADMINISTRATIVE DE L''ABBE SUGER DE SAINT-DENISHISTOIRE DE LOUIS VIINOTES COMPLEMENTAIRESI. Écrit sur la consécrationII. L''œuvre administrativeIII. Histoire de Louis VIIINDEX DES NOMS DE LIEUXINDEX DES NOMS DE PERSONNESGLOSSAIRE DU VOLUMEPLANCHES

Oeuvres: Tome I : Mémoire sur la consécration de Saint-Denis - L'Oeuvre administrative - Histoire de Louis VII (Classiques de L'Histoire Au Moyen Age) (French Edition)

Oeuvres: Tome II: Lettres de Suger - Chartes de Suger - Vie de Suger Par Le Moine Guillaume: 2 (Classiques de L'Histoire Au Moyen Age) (French Edition)

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