Tag Archives: medieval technology

Medieval Technology: the crane

Posted on December 9, 2016 by

One of the niftiest things I saw in Germany while I was doing research for Elisha Mancer were the Kranen of Trier–the medieval cranes used to unload boats on the nearby Mosel River.   I was fascinated by these curious round … Continue reading →

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The Medieval Engineers of Islam

Posted on September 16, 2016 by

Many of my historical projects have delved into the technology of the Middle Ages, and it’s a topic I enjoy researching. I am always discovering cool things–sometimes things I’m not, alas, in a position to use.  One fantastic example is … Continue reading →

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Technology in Medieval Fantasy, thanks to Steampunk

Posted on November 12, 2014 by

I have just returned from the World Fantasy Convention, held this year in Arlington, VA, where I got to hang out with many other authors and readers, sharing our knowledge and celebrating the realm of fantasy writing. One of my … Continue reading →

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Tilting at Windmills, by the Sound of it

Posted on September 7, 2011 by

A couple of weeks ago, I was surprised and delighted to log on to twitter and find that I am being followed by a windmill.  This is not just any windmill, but the Outwood Post Mill, the oldest working windmill … Continue reading →

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