Iconography, Politics, and the Symbolism of Power in Medieval Europe On Not Eating Polish Bread in Vain: Resonance and Conjuncture in the Deeds of the Princes of Poland (1109-1113)
Thomas N. Bisson
“On Not Eating Polish Bread in Vain: Resonance and Conjuncture the Deeds of Princes Poland (1109-1113)” This article argues that Poland, composed between 1109 1113 to celebrate deeds Boleslaw III (1102-1138) his dynasty, belongs a class princely histories genealogies twelfth century. The author shows how text draws on comparable writings themes from western lands, homeland author, while responding more immediate circumstances prince mobilizing fighting both defensively aggressively. Moreover, example points with unusual clarity factors dynastic setback
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