Manor

Real World Example

A manor was a large estate during the medieval period that included farmland and villages and was controlled by a lord. It was important during the Rise of Europe from 500-1300 because it was the center of economic life, providing food, shelter, and protection for peasants and serfs who worked the land. The manor system represented the feudal system's social and economic structure, where lords had power and peasants provided labor in exchange for safety and a place to live. This concept of community and mutual support is still relevant today, as seen in modern neighborhoods and cooperatives where people work together for shared benefits. For example, community gardens allow people to collaborate to grow food, share resources, and support each other, reflecting the cooperative spirit of the medieval manor.