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England and its Rulers
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See moreNow available in an updated and expanded fourth edition, this is a classic introduction to medieval England from the reign of William the Conqueror to Edward I. Written by an esteemed scholar of the medieval period, the text remains an engaging and clear discussion of the key political, economic, social, and cultural issues of the period.
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England and its Rulers is an updated and expanded edition of a classic introduction to medieval England, covering the period from the reign of William the Conqueror to Edward I.
This edition includes a new chapter on family and gender roles, alongside revisions throughout to enhance the narrative flow. Further reading sections contain the most up-to-date sources, making it a valuable resource for both novices and scholars.
It offers engaging and clear discussions on the key political, economic, social, and cultural issues of the period, all crafted by an esteemed scholar and writer, Michael T. Clanchy. The themes are brought to life with lively, pertinent examples and important primary sources.
The book assesses the reigns of key Norman, Angevin, and Plantagenet monarchs, delving into the British dimension of English history, the creation of wealth, the rise of the aristocracy, and more.
Series: Blackwell Classic Histories of England
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England and its Rulers
England and its Rulers is an updated and expanded edition of a classic introduction to medieval England, covering the period from the reign of William the Conqueror to Edward I. This edition includes a new chapter on family and gender roles, alongside revisions throughout to enhance the narrative flow. Further reading sections contain the most up-to-date sources, making it a...Paperback$7399Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 3-4 weeks -
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ISBN: 9781118736234
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 18 April 2014
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Edition: 4th edition
Audience: Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 472g
Pages: 368
About the Author
Michael Clanchy is Professor Emeritus of Medieval History at theInstitute of Historical Research, University of London, UK, and afellow of the British Academy. He taught previously atGlasgow University, and is considered to be one of the leadingmedieval scholars of his generation. His publications includeFrom Memory to Written Record: England 1066 1306 (3rd edition, Wiley Blackwell, 2012) and Abelard: AMedieval Life (Wiley Blackwell, 1999).
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