The Art, Science, and Technology of Medieval Travel
| Author | : Robert Odell Bork |
| Publisher | : Ashgate Publishing, Ltd. |
| Total Pages | : 244 |
| Release | : 2008 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0754663078 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780754663072 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (78 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Art, Science, and Technology of Medieval Travel by : Robert Odell Bork
Download or read book The Art, Science, and Technology of Medieval Travel written by Robert Odell Bork and published by Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.. This book was released on 2008 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This sixth volume in the AVISTA series considers medieval travel from a variety of interdisciplinary perspectives, placing the physical practice of transportation in the larger context of medieval thought about the world and its meaning. The papers included cover vehicle design and logistical management, the practicalities of how travellers oriented themselves, and the symbolism of the landscapes and maps created in the Middle Ages.
