Patrick J. Geary's highly acclaimed collection of source materials on the medieval period is well known for offering an excellent selection of substantial excerpts from the most widely studies historical texts – and entire documents wherever possible.<p></p><p>The much-anticipated fifth edition will feature an increased trim size, as well as enlarged type, to make the collection more reader-friendly. Brand new color inserts have been added, along with questions at the end of each chapter to help readers focus on key points in the collection. New documents on the Black Death, the kingdom of Boleslaw Chrobry, William of Rubruck, Marco Polo, and the Rule of Saint Benedict are now included.</p>