

Classic Tides | Peasants and the Medieval Countryside
Oct 22, 2020
Dive into the overlooked world of medieval peasants, the true backbone of society! Discover their daily lives, from arduous agricultural duties to family dynamics. Explore the impact of the Black Death on their farming practices and the shift towards a cash-based economy. Uncover the deep communal ties that bound them together, contrasting sharply with modern individualism. Experience the stratification within peasant communities, revealing how land inheritance and market influences shaped their lives. Peasants were not just subjects—they were vital players in the medieval landscape!
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
The Unsung Backbone of Medieval Society
03:51 • 14min
The Hard Life of Medieval Peasants and Their Essential Role in Agriculture
17:42 • 3min
Peasant Life in Medieval Agriculture
20:41 • 18min
Peasants and Their Economic Roles in the Medieval Landscape
38:11 • 2min
Community and Complexity in Medieval Peasant Life
40:17 • 11min
The Stratified Lives of Medieval Peasants
51:18 • 6min