Une éminente médiéviste britannique se concentre sur les royaumes francs des VIIIe et IXe siècles. Elle emploie des études paléographiques et manuscrites pour éclairer l'histoire politique, culturelle, intellectuelle, religieuse et sociale du début du Moyen Âge. Son approche académique est profondément ancrée dans l'examen méticuleux des sources primaires, offrant aux lecteurs un aperçu profond des complexités du monde médiéval primitif. Ses recherches sont essentielles à la compréhension du développement formateur de la société européenne.
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.