
The Decameron by John William Waterhouse, 1916
During medieval times, leading a certain type of lifestyle could bring more balance, energy, joy, and happiness into your life. According to Tacuinum Sanitatis, a medieval handbook on healthy living, enjoying the fruits of nature was a key to a more quality and happier life. How did it look? Check out our gallery.
A walk in the garden, c. 13 century Saffron picking, 14th century Fig harvest, 14th century Harvesting cabbage, 15th century Enjoying the spring air, 11th century Great mood, 14th century Picking liquorice, 14th century Growing marjoram, late Middle Ages Harvesting garlic, 15th century An orange tree, 14th century Attractive and aromatic. Picking sage, 14th century Spring, a cure for body and mind, 14th century
Sources: Tacuinum Sanitatis, Livre des prouffitz champestres et ruraulx
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Ivana Tucak, Editor-in-Chief, is an experienced historian who seamlessly blends traditional expertise with a cutting-edge approach to digital media. She holds an MA in History and Italian Language and Literature from the University of Split. With a distinguished career spanning various online publications, Ivana has extensively covered a wide range of topics, notably focusing on history and international politics.
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