As she examines the many misconceptions about the 'Middle Ages' the reown French historian, Regine Peroud gives the reader a refreshingly original perspective on many subjects, both historical as well as eminently modern. here are fascinating insights, based on Peroud'd sound knowledge and extensive experience as an archivist at the French National Archives. The book will be provocative for the general readers as well as a helpful resource for teachers of most levels of education.