Emperor Frederick II a.k.a Stupor Mundi is one of my favourites among Medieval rulers. I regard him
Emperor Frederick II a.k.a Stupor Mundi is one of my favourites among Medieval rulers. I regard him a last truly great ruler of the Sicilian kingdom. And naturally Hauteville blood is a bonus ;). (Frederick’s mother was a daughter of king Roger II). Frederick spoke several languages, and was a great patron of arts and sciences. He also wrote a book on falconry called “Arte Venandi Cum Avibus”. Here are a few illuminations from copies that were made in the 13th and 14th centuries. -- source link
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