Download or read book The World of Gregory of Tours written by Kathleen Mitchell and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume evaluates the life, works and world of Gregory of Tours, the 6th-century bishop who wrote the History of the Franks. His political dimension and cultural context is discussed, not only as a representative of his age, but also as an exceptional person. The book offers an up-to-date assessment of Merovingian culture, history and religion.