Una destacada historiadora medieval británica se enfoca en los reinos francos de los siglos VIII y IX. Emplea estudios paleográficos y de manuscritos para iluminar la historia política, cultural, intelectual, religiosa y social de la Alta Edad Media. Su enfoque académico está profundamente arraigado en el examen minucioso de las fuentes primarias, ofreciendo a los lectores una visión profunda de las complejidades del mundo medieval temprano. Su investigación es fundamental para comprender el desarrollo formativo de la sociedad europea.
The remarkable papal history known as the Liber pontificalis permanently shaped perceptions and the memory of Rome, the popes, and the many-layered past of both city and papacy within Western Europe. Rosamond McKitterick offers pioneering insights into the evolution of this extraordinary source, and its significance.
Focusing on the eighth and ninth centuries, this study uncovers the diverse historical writings produced in the Frankish realms, showcasing their preservation of classical and Judaeo-Christian histories. The texts demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the past and a creative approach to history. Rosamond McKitterick highlights how these writings significantly influenced political ideologies and shaped identities in Europe, revealing the profound impact of historical narratives during this transformative period.
This 2008 book is a major re-examination of Charlemagne the ruler and his reputation.