Medieval Death Trip

On Medieval Death Trip, we feature a selected medieval text (often historical, occasionally literary) that touches on the odd, the gruesome, the unexpected, and similarly curious incidents, images, or ideas. In addition to presenting the text itself, each episode features commentary and musings upon that text.

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MDT Episode 12: Concerning William Rufus, Treason, and Portents of the King’s Death

May 23, 2015 00:29:02

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In this episode of Medieval Death Trip, we hear the Warenne Chronicle’s account of how as King of England, William Rufus dealt with rebels and how his own death was foretold in signs and visions.