Moon in the mediaeval times | How learning progressed during the dark ages

In Medieval Moon (2025), Ayoush Lazikani explores the multifaceted role of the moon in global cultures between the years 700 and 1600. The text reveals that the moon was far more than a celestial body; it was a powerful symbol that haunted and blessed through literature, religion, and science. This study challenges the idea of a "Dark Age" by highlighting the intellectual richness of medieval societies and their complex relationship with lunar cycles. Ultimately, the work portrays the moon as an intimate companion to humanity, serving as a mirror for earthly emotions, prophecies, and social critiques.