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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If you love medieval history, you'll have heard of Simon de Montfort, the father of the English Parliament. He had quite the life, and many believe he was more of...Read More
In the Middle Ages, a crown equaled power. It was God's blessing, and it was supposed to sit on the head of the one person in the kingdom fit to...Read More
I love a good medieval history movie, and I’ve been rewatching a couple of my favorites recently, trying to escape the intense summer heat we have here in France at...Read More
We have this image of the Vikings that has mainly come through TV or films. I remember studying Viking history at school, but it was so long ago it’s hard...Read More
We think of the wedding night as the most private moment of a couple's life. The medieval version was anything but. If you had married in England six hundred years...Read More
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The Mad Monarchs of the Middle Ages: 7 Royals Who Lost Their Minds
In the Middle Ages, a crown equaled power. It was God's blessing, and it was supposed to sit on the head of the one person in the kingdom fit to...
Read MoreSimon de Montfort, the Landless Medieval French Knight Who Put an English King in Chains
If you love medieval history, you'll have heard of Simon de Montfort, the father of the English Parliament. He had quite the life, and many believe he was more of...
Read More8 Movies About Real Medieval Queens (and How Much They Got Right)
I love a good medieval history movie, and I’ve been rewatching a couple of my favorites recently, trying to escape the intense summer heat we have here in France at...
Read MoreHow Did the Vikings Treat Anglo-Saxon Women?
We have this image of the Vikings that has mainly come through TV or films. I remember studying Viking history at school, but it was so long ago it’s hard...
Read MoreMedieval Wedding Night Customs: The Priest, the Crowd, and the Very Public Marriage Bed
We think of the wedding night as the most private moment of a couple's life. The medieval version was anything but. If you had married in England six hundred years...
Read MoreMedieval Aphrodisiacs and Love Potions: The Strange and Desperate Things People Did for Love
Love has always made people do daft things. But I'm not sure anything we get up to now quite matches a medieval woman baking bread against her own bare skin...
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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.