Medieval Innovation
Simon Johnson discusses his change in perspective on the Middle Ages, highlighting the significant innovation in agriculture, commerce, and early industry. He delves into the economics of cathedral building and how it symbolizes both medieval despair and increasing productivity. The conversation explores the failure to create shared prosperity and the squeezing of resources from peasants to the higher echelons of society.In this clip
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