The Historian's Notebook

May 25, 1387


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In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Violant attempted to obtain the Cigonina, a book of magical counter-spells, presumably to help Joan recover from his illness.

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Today's Document:

  • Subject: seeking a book of counter-spells written by a Valencian bishop
  • Date: May 25, 1387
  • Day of the Week: Saturday
  • Language: Catalan
  • Archival Reference Number: ACA CR R2056 f16r
  • Link to PARES
  • Place: Barcelona
  • Sender: Violant
  • Recipient: Jorda de Sobra, a doctor of law in Valencia

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The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths

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The Historian's NotebookBy Jonathan Seyfried