The Feudal Kingdom of England, 1042-1216, Volume 3Each volume in the History of England series presents an integration of the dominant themes of the period with which it deals, including political, constitutional, economic, social, military, foreign and cultural. 1042-1216 have come to light since the last edition of this book appeared in 1972, and these have been included in the present edition. The book is aimed at upper school students in institutions of higher education on Medieval English history courses. Maps and genealogical charts are provided. |
Contents
England in the Reign of Edward the Confessor | 1 |
The Cultivators and their Lands | 14 |
Trade and Towns | 23 |
Copyright | |
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