Mythbusting Medieval Buildings
Gone Medieval
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Unveiling Medieval Architecture
This chapter explores the misunderstood architectural features of medieval churches, such as lepersquins and devil’s doors, revealing their practical purposes rather than the commonly held beliefs. It emphasizes the importance of historical context in interpreting these structures and critiques the influence of Victorian perspectives on our understanding of medieval buildings. The speaker also shares insights from their research into folklore surrounding these architectures, appreciating the narratives that reflect the societies that created them.
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