Montaillou by Emmanuel Le Roy Ladurie
The Promised Land of Error
The book is a detailed historical study of the lives of the inhabitants of Montaillou, a small village in the French Pyrenees, during the early 14th century. Based on the meticulous records of Jacques Fournier, the Bishop of Pamiers who later became Pope Benedict XII, the book explores the daily lives, beliefs, and social structures of a medieval community. It particularly focuses on how the villagers, including peasants and shepherds, interacted with the Cathar heresy and the Inquisition's efforts to suppress it. The work provides an in-depth look at medieval European rural life, religious practices, and the impact of ecclesiastical authority on individual lives.
The 3067th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1975
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 640
- Original Language
- French
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 100 Best Non-Fiction Books (in Translation) of the 20th Century … and Beyond (Counterpunch)
- 500 Must Read Books (The Daily Telegraph)
- The Best War and History Books of All Time (Telegraph)
- The Guardian's Essential Library (The Guardian)