Converting the Saxons by Yasha M. Cragle - 9781032458977

Converting the SaxonsA Study of Violence and Religion in Early Medieval Germany\nAuthor(s): Yasha M. Cragle\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781032458977, 978-1032458977\nSynopsis\nUtilizing a crusading ethos, from 772 to 804 AD, Charlemagne, King of the Franks, waged war against the continental Saxons to integrate them within the growing Frankish Empire and facilitate their conversion to Christianity. While substantial research has been produced concerning various components of Carolingian history, this work offers a unique examination of Charlemagnes Saxon Wars as a case study for understanding methods of conversion used in the Christianization of Europe, as well as their significance for subsequent conversion strategies employed around the globe.\n\nConverting the Saxons builds on prior scholarly research, is grounded in primary sources, and is contextualized with a robust historical introduction. Throughout the.