Routledge - Hospitaller Women in the Middle Ages Book

Explore the history of women within the Hospital of St John of Jerusalem with this scholarly volume from Routledge. This book brings together new and recent research to examine the sisters of one of the largest and longest-lived military-religious orders. While much study has focused on women's religious houses in the Middle Ages, the military-religious orders have often been left out of these discussions. This work addresses that gap by looking at the specific roles and social needs addressed by these women. Readers will find several items specially translated into English, providing direct access to new historical perspectives. The text addresses the common assumption that women played a minor role in these religious orders, offering a detailed look at their actual involvement and the challenges they faced. This volume is an essential resource for students and historians interested in European history and the study of religious orders during the Middle Ages.