On city walls, symbolism, and being behind the residents’ gates at the Barbican

This week class is outside at the Barbican, where we talk about the London city wall. Enjoy!


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For more on belonging in the medieval period see:
On sexualising the “other”

For more on cities in the medieval period, see:
On the Agas map of London, medieval and early modern cities, and life
On Prague, preaching, and brothels
Sex and the (medieval) city: social hygiene and sex in the medieval urban landscape

Author: Dr Eleanor Janega

Medieval historian, lush, George Michael evangelist.

One thought on “On city walls, symbolism, and being behind the residents’ gates at the Barbican”

  1. I have just discovered your blog and am very much enjoying it. Not only that, but I’m currently writing a story of Elves and Orcs, and you’ve already taught me about a couple of interesting trade goods (one of the story’s subplots) and inspired me to look at the kinds of horses medival knights used… Anyway, thanks for writing and keep it up.

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