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Explore the Norman invasion and its enduring legacy in \u003cstrong\u003eThe Norman Conquest\u003c\/strong\u003e, where Morris expertly unpacks one of the most pivotal events in British history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, in \u003cstrong\u003eThe Anglo-Saxons\u003c\/strong\u003e, Morris transports readers to the turbulent times before 1066, examining the cultural and political upheavals that shaped England long before the Normans set foot on its shores. Each of these books, categorised under History \u0026amp; Military, showcases Marc Morris's ability to blend scholarly depth with accessible storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history enthusiast or a casual reader, Marc Morris's books offer insightful perspectives and a deeper understanding of the forces that crafted ancient Britain. 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Over the next seven centuries, these pagan warlords evolved into Christian kings, laying down the cultural and political bedrock of what would become England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this sweeping and original history, Morris brings to life the key figures, events, and societal transformations that shaped this formative period. From the legendary heroism of King Arthur to the stark realities of Viking invasions, from the establishment of monasteries and the spread of Christianity to the rise of great kingdoms and the consolidation of power, the book paints a vibrant and detailed portrait of Anglo-Saxon England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Anglo-Saxons\u003c\/i\u003e navigates through the intricacies of historical truth and myth, providing a balanced narrative that is as entertaining as it is informative. 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Edward I is familiar to millions as \u003cem\u003e‘Longshanks’\u003c\/em\u003e, conqueror of Scotland and nemesis of Sir William Wallace (\u003cem\u003eBraveheart\u003c\/em\u003e). Edward was born to rule England but believed that it was his right to rule all of Britain. His reign was one of the most dramatic of the entire Middle Ages, leading to war and conquest on an unprecedented scale, and leaving a legacy of division that has lasted from his day to our own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his astonishingly action-packed life, Edward defeated and killed the famous Simon de Montfort in battle; travelled across Europe to the Holy Land on crusade; conquered Wales, extinguishing forever its native rulers, and constructed—at Conwy, Harlech, Beaumaris and Caernarfon—the most magnificent chain of castles ever created. 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This riveting book explains why the Norman Conquest was the single most important event in English history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAssessing the original evidence at every turn, Marc Morris goes beyond the familiar outline to explain why England was at once so powerful and yet so vulnerable to William the Conqueror's attack. Why the Normans, in some respects less sophisticated, possessed the military cutting edge. How William's hopes of a united Anglo-Norman realm unravelled, dashed by English rebellions, Viking invasions and the insatiable demands of his fellow conquerors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a tale of powerful drama, repression and seismic social change—the Battle of Hastings itself and the violent 'Harrying of the North'; the sudden introduction of castles and the wholesale rebuilding of every major church; the total destruction of an ancient ruling class. 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