History That’s Raw, Real, and Riveting
TalesOfTheMiddleAges dives into the gritty realities and untold stories of the medieval world. This isn’t a polished version of history but an unfiltered look at the battles, betrayals, and traditions that shaped an era.
From the chaos of sieges to the politics of royal courts, every piece is packed with details that bring the Middle Ages into sharp focus. Whether you’re here for obscure facts, forgotten figures, or a fresh perspective, this is the place for history without the gloss.
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I'll never forget a trip I took to the Tower of London with my Dad when I was a kid. My brother had measles, so my mom packed me off...Read More
We didn’t study Scottish history at school, and most of my knowledge of Bonnie Prince Charlie came through watching the show Outlander, with Claire and Jamie trying their best to...Read More
Whenever I watch a film or TV show set in the Middle Ages, it always makes me think how lucky I am to have access to modern-day medicine. Just the...Read More
I only have one brother, and the worst thing we ever did to each other involved a stolen Wagon Wheel and a bit of hair-pulling. I can't, with the best...Read More
We talk about the Domesday Book as if it were a complete inventory of England, and in some ways, it was the most ambitious bureaucratic exercise medieval Europe had ever...Read More
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The Gruesome World of Medieval Torture: What Was Real and What Was Complete Fiction Created for the Macabre Victorians
I'll never forget a trip I took to the Tower of London with my Dad when I was a kid. My brother had measles, so my mom packed me off...
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The real story behind Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobites: How Much of Outlander’s Charles Edward Stuart Was Real?
We didn’t study Scottish history at school, and most of my knowledge of Bonnie Prince Charlie came through watching the show Outlander, with Claire and Jamie trying their best to...
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The Fascinating Contents of a Medieval Doctor’s Toolkit and Why Bloodletting Was the Cure for Every Ailment
Whenever I watch a film or TV show set in the Middle Ages, it always makes me think how lucky I am to have access to modern-day medicine. Just the...
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The Brothers Who Tore the Plantagenets Apart: Edward IV, Clarence, and Richard III
I only have one brother, and the worst thing we ever did to each other involved a stolen Wagon Wheel and a bit of hair-pulling. I can't, with the best...
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What the Domesday Survey Left Out: The People, the Places, and the Whole Communities William Didn’t Bother to Count
We talk about the Domesday Book as if it were a complete inventory of England, and in some ways, it was the most ambitious bureaucratic exercise medieval Europe had ever...
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The Treasure Ship Off Cádiz: What Spain’s Sunken Silver Really Says About a Bleeding Empire
Off the coast of Cádiz, in the shallow waters where Spain's old treasure fleets used to limp home, divers have found a wreck with 27 cannons and a hold that...
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Kylie Lang: Chronicler of Medieval Realities
Hi, I’m Kylie Lang. I’ve been fascinated by the Middle Ages for as long as I can remember. Based in France and living on the grounds of an old 13th-century estate, I spend my days visiting medieval castles, wandering ancient villages, and researching the real stories behind history’s most infamous figures.
I’m passionate about making history accessible and captivating. My writing goes beyond dry facts—I focus on the drama, the battles, and the bizarre customs that made the Middle Ages unforgettable. Whether I’m unpacking the brutal realities of medieval warfare or shedding light on the strange beauty rituals of the time, I strive to make history relatable, engaging, and impossible to put down.
If you’ve ever wondered what life was really like in a medieval castle or debated whether Henry VIII deserves his infamous reputation, I’m here to dig into the details and share the messy, fascinating truth.