A non-accredited history and heritage course

Course Description

Arguably the most brilliant master of the twelfth century fell in love with a no-less brilliant student, who reciprocated his love. Theirs, however, is not a happy-ending romance but one marked with tragedy. This one-day course aims to study the lives of Abelard and Heloise against the backdrop of the cultural changes during the twelfth century Renaissance. The focus will be on the letters they wrote to each other and on their conceptions of ethics, love, friendship, and learning.

Tutor: Cristina Figueredo BA MA PhD

Term: Summer

Day: Saturday

Start Date: 03 May 2025

Time: 10am-4.30pm

No. of weeks: 1

Full fee: £57

Location: University of York Campus, Classroom-based