Ibn Fadlan and a Multicultural Medieval World | Podcast Ep 5

Ibn Fadlan and a Multicultural Medieval World | Podcast Ep 5

Author: Luke Daly August 31, 2022 Duration: 22:34

In this episode of the podcast, we are looking at the multicultural medieval world by taking a trip along the Silk Road with Ibn Fadlan, a 10th Century Muslim who recorded his interactions with the cultures he met, specifically the Rus Vikings.  If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, then be sure to read the following: 

- Brink Stefan; Price, Neil. The Viking World. Routledge, 2011. 

- Franklin, Simon; Shepard Jonathan. The Emergence of Rus, 750-1200. Longman History, 1996. 

- Franklin, Simon. Writing, Society and Culture in Early Rus, c.950–1300. Cambridge University Press,2002. 

- Judith Gabriel. “Among the Norse Tribes: The Remarkable Account of Ibn Fadlan” in Saudi Aramco World, Vol 50, No. 6, 1999. 

- Pranke, Piotr; Žečević, Milos. Medieval Trade in Central Europe, Scandinavia, and the Balkans. BRILL, 2020. 

- Roesdahl, Else. The Vikings. Penguin History, London, 2016  

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Luke Daly’s eager passion for all things medieval is the driving force behind The Daly Medieval Podcast. Each week, Luke brings his perspective as a historian to a mix of formats, creating a space that feels more like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend than a formal lecture. You’ll find deep dives into Medieval History, exploring the events, figures, and daily life of the period with genuine curiosity. But this podcast also branches into more visceral territory with videos focused on Buhurt, the full-contact medieval combat sport, offering a raw look at how historical warfare translates into modern physical practice. Woven throughout are personal updates on Luke’s own journey in the field, connecting academic pursuit with lived experience. It’s a multifaceted approach for anyone who finds the medieval world endlessly fascinating, whether your interest lies in scholarly analysis or the thunder of clashing steel. The result is a consistently engaging podcast that builds a community around a shared fascination for a complex era.
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