The Politics of Memory and Identity in Carolingian Royal Diplomas: The West Frankish Kingdom (840-987) (Utrecht Studies in Medieval Literacy)
An academic analysis of Carolingian royal diplomas and their influence on political memory and identity in the West Frankish Kingdom between 840 and 987.
About This Book
This study explores the role of royal diplomas in the political culture of the West Frankish Kingdom during the late Carolingian period.
It analyzes how these official documents contributed to the construction of memory and identity among rulers and elites.
The work draws on extensive archival research to assess the diplomatic practices and their broader historical significance.
Readers gain insight into the intersection of literacy, power, and historical narrative in early medieval Europe.
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