Now, let's talk about love and relationships in the Middle Ages. It's no secret that arranged marriages were pretty common, but what's less well-known is that some women actually used these arrangements to their advantage. They'd negotiate for better dowries, more control over their households, and even influence over their husbands' decisions.
And, on the other hand, there were also some pretty romantic stories of courtly love, where knights would woo their ladies with poetry, music, and chivalrous deeds. It's all a bit cheesy, but who doesn't love a good love story?
Women in the Middle Ages: The Hidden Half of History
