The Medieval Podcast Best Medieval Books of 2025
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Nov 27, 2025 Peter Konieczny, editor of Medievalists.net, shares insights on the best medieval books of 2025. He delves into Faye Tibble's reinterpretation of the Crown of Thorns and its artistic significance. Discover how Robert A. Wood’s work on wills sheds light on medieval life, while Richard Cassidy’s guide to pipe rolls proves invaluable. Danièle discusses Caroline Dunn's research on the careers of ladies-in-waiting. The conversation also touches on a new translation of Gilles Le Bouvier’s observations and a fascinating study of Muslims in the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem.
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Late-Career Historian Inspiration
- Robert A. Wood began historical study later in life after seeing a poster and taking part-time classes.
- He progressed to graduate school and authored Wills and Testaments in Medieval England as a career pivot inspiration.
Wills As Windows Into Daily Life
- Wills reveal personal priorities, economic details, and burial rituals across centuries.
- Robert A. Wood pairs edited wills with background on currency, measures, and social hierarchy for deep context.
Use A Primer For Pipe Rolls
- Use Richard Cassidy's Approaching Pipe Rolls as a practical primer before tackling primary pipe roll records.
- Keep it on your shelf as a reference when you next approach technical medieval government documents.
