Violence, Trauma, and Memory: Responses to War in the Late Medieval and Early Modern World

“Violence, Trauma, and Memory: Responses to War in the Late Medieval and Early Modern World” delves into the profound impacts of warfare on societies transitioning from the late medieval period to the early modern era. This book explores how violence and trauma during this tumultuous time shaped individual and collective memory. Through a multidisciplinary approach, it examines historical records, literary sources, and psychological studies to uncover how people experienced and remembered conflict. The text sheds light on how war influenced art, literature, and cultural norms, revealing the deep and lasting scars left by these historical upheavals. By bridging the gap between past experiences and modern understandings, the book offers a nuanced perspective on the enduring legacy of war and its influence on memory and identity.