The Making of the Middle Ages: An Atlas of Europe

Explore the dynamic and often tumultuous history of Europe during the Early Middle Ages with this comprehensive atlas. Authored by John Haywood, this reference book offers an authoritative narrative accompanied by 90 specially commissioned maps, tracing the emergence of a new Europe from the remnants of the Roman Empire.

Often misunderstood as a period of decline, the era from AD 476 to 1000 was a time of significant transformation, rebirth, and endurance. This atlas delves into the key figures and events, from Constantine and Charlemagne to the migrations of various peoples like the Huns, Goths, Saxons, Slavs, Franks, Vikings, Rus, Bulgars, and Magyars. It chronicles the spread of Christianity and Islam, the rise and fall of kingdoms, and the foundations of modern European nations.

Praised by the Sunday Times as a "crowning achievement" and "a beauty to behold," this book provides an enlightening perspective on how Europe evolved over 500 years, offering valuable insights into interlopers, the inevitability of change, and the remarkable strength and reinvention that characterized the period.

Specifications:

• Author: John Haywood
• Contributors: Michael Wood (foreword), John Haywood (author)
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Print Length: 352 pages
• Publication Date: March 19, 2026
• Dimensions: 17.78 x 3.81 x 24.89 cm
• Weight: 1.12 kg (1122g)
• ISBN-10: 0500029806
• ISBN-13: 978-0500029800

This atlas is an essential resource for anyone interested in historical geography, European history, and the formation of medieval Europe.