Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: The 12th Century Renaissance
A discussion centering on the educational opportunities during the 12th Century. This is a good background for the changes which came about in the early Renaissance period.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Peter Abelard
At this site from the Modern History Sourcebook of Fordham University, you can read an excerpt from Abelard's translated autobiography entitled "The Story of My Misfortunes." Includes an informative introduction about Abelard and his life.