The History of English Podcast

Episode 82: A Marriage for the Ages

Aug 3, 2016
The podcast explores the impact of the marriage between Henry and Eleanor on England and France, including the end of Anarchy. It delves into the evolution of marriage terms and changing attitudes, customs and symbolism of medieval weddings, changes in the institution of marriage during the 1100s, the cultural revival brought by Eleanor's court, and the linguistic situation in 12th century England.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
The Evolution of Marriage Terms and Changing Cultural Attitudes
03:23 • 14min
3
Wedding Traditions in the Middle Ages
16:59 • 5min
4
Marriage in the 1100s
22:13 • 20min
5
The Cultural Revival and Language Changes
42:09 • 8min
6
A Royal Visit and the Linguistic Situation in 12th Century England
50:26 • 2min