Medieval Fatherhood

The ‘hands-on’ parenting style, so often thought to be unique to modern western society, has deep roots in the family life of the Middle Ages, argues Rachel Moss.

Illustration from 'Le livre des Proprietes des Choses' by Barthelemy Anglais, 15th century.

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