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Charlemagne: Father of Europe

Offered By: The Great Courses Plus

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European History Courses Education & Teaching Courses Medieval Europe Courses

Course Description

Overview

<p>Examine the life and times of Charlemagne and consider how history has shaped his story to serve various causes and agendas. Who was this ruler many call the “Father of Europe”?</p>

Syllabus

  • By This Professor
  • 01: The Making of Emperor Charles the Great
  • 02: Charlemagne as Heir and King, 748–800
  • 03: Charlemagne as Emperor, 800–814
  • 04: Charlemagne as Head of Family and Dynasty
  • 05: Charlemagne as War Leader
  • 06: Charlemagne as Ruler: Justice and Salvation
  • 07: Charlemagne’s World: Britain to Baghdad
  • 08: Charlemagne as Patron of a Renaissance
  • 09: Charlemagne as Religious Reformer
  • 10: Charlemagne in Medieval Legend
  • 11: Claims to Charlemagne across History
  • 12: The Enduring Fascination with Charlemagne

Taught by

Philip Daileader

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