Rosamond McKitterick . Charlemagne: The Formation of a European Identity . New York : Cambridge University Press . 2008 . Pp. xviii, 460. Cloth $90.00, paper $29.99..
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This book appeared originally in German as Karl der Grosse the “Gestalten des Mittelalters” series of Wissenschaftliche Buchgesellschaft (2008). Rosamond McKitterick is well aware that major books on or circling about Charlemagne are to appear: 2014 will be 1300th anniversary great emperor's death. She makes her own contribution here, a topical examination reign divided into five large chapters: “Representations Charlemagne” (narrative sources, with special attention annals); “Pippinids, Arnulfings and Agilolfings: The Creation Dynasty” (including consideration expansion Frankish kingdom Charlemagne's design for his succession); “The Royal Court” (special Charles's travels royal chancery); King Kingdom: Communication Identities” capitularies foreign relations); “Correctio, Knowledge Power” (the place Christian church attendant revival learning). fifty-five-page bibliography precious resource. No explanations subtitle “European Identity” given.
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