Author Archives: Julie Christenson

The Battle of Milvian Bridge and the history of the book

Posted on November 1, 2012 by

On October 28 in 312 A.D. Constantine defeated the superior forces of his rival Maxentius at the battle of Milvian Bridge.  Maxentius’s forces attempted to retreat across the Tiber by way of the Milvian Bridge, but the bridge quickly became … Continue reading →

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Siri versus the Medieval Perpetual Calendar

Posted on September 28, 2012 by

Are you tired of your Moleskine planner?  Do Siri’s annoying reminders tax your nerves? Consider trying a medieval perpetual calendar and discover a more streamlined approach to managing your affairs. Among their many virtues is longevity: the same calendar can … Continue reading →

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Non angli, sed angeli

Posted on September 3, 2012 by

Gregory the Great was consecrated to the papal office on this day in the year 590. He would have preferred to remain a monk. According to Gregory of Tours, “[h]e strove earnestly to avoid this high office for fear that … Continue reading →

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