Episode notes
In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant wrote to James, now the Cardinal of Valencia, with the usual pleasantries and a request for him to send her a book of songs and poetry.
Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e122-apr25
Today's Document:
- Subject: pleasantries, the converting of schismatics, Joan’s health, and a songbook
- Date: April 25, 1387
- Day of the Week: Thursday
- Language: Catalan
- Archival Reference Number: ACA CR R2037 f15v-16r
- Link to PARES
- Place: Barcelona
- Sender: Violant
- Recipient: James, the Cardinal of Valencia
Music Credits
The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths
Keywords
violant
ecclesiastic
humanism
culture
Valencia