Chivalry and Courtly Love: Valentine’s Day in the Middle Ages
Chivalry and Courtly Love: Valentine’s Day in the Middle Ages Valentine’s Day in the Middle Ages was not the commercialized holiday of flowers, chocolates, and extravagant gifts that we know today. Instead, it was a celebration steeped in the ideals of chivalry, courtly love, and poetic expression. During this time, the holiday became synonymous with … Read more
