Kurt Reichenbaugh’s Reviews > Europe: A History > Status Update
Kurt Reichenbaugh
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The Middle Ages: The Christian Empires split into East vs West. Vikings raise hell, the Charlemagne dynasty breaks, and Feudalism takes hold. For most, life is miserable. "One might also presume that a feeling of powerlessness over their personal lives added to medieval people's preoccupation with religion - in particular to their strong belief in the afterlife, and to their morbid cult of death."
— Oct 13, 2025 06:36PM
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Kurt Reichenbaugh
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Christianity argues with itself. Islam arrives on the scene. Theodora raises eyebrows. Who is wrong, who is right? Rome crumbles.
— Sep 04, 2025 06:24PM
Kurt Reichenbaugh
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The Roman Empire succumbs to corruption and barbarians. The birth of Europe approaches.
— Aug 23, 2025 07:26PM
Kurt Reichenbaugh
is on page 213 of 1392
Reading a chapter a month. Finished Chapter III on Ancient Rome for August. Fantastic chapter, ending with the Empire's fall and the rise of Christianity. Plenty to offend the bible thumpers who believe God is American and Jesus was a blond and blue-eyed patriot. Looking forward to the next chapter in September, ORIGO, the Birth of Europe, AD C. 330 - 800.
— Aug 18, 2025 06:02PM
