Too Much, Too Young: Children of the Middle Ages (2011)

• 65%
• 2011
• Documentary
• History
• Dick Taylor

Medievalist Dr Stephen Baxter takes a fresh look at the Middle Ages through the eyes of children. At a time when half the population was under 18 he argues that, although they had to grow up quickly and take on adult responsibility early, the experience of childhood could also be richly rewarding.