England Under The Normans And Angevins: 1066-1272 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163412534)

""England Under The Normans And Angevins: 1066-1272"" by H.W.C. Davis is a comprehensive historical account of England during the Norman and Angevin periods. The book explores the political, social, and cultural developments that took place during this time, including the conquest of England by William the Conqueror in 1066, the reigns of the Norman and Angevin kings, the establishment of feudalism, the growth of the Church, and the emergence of the English language.The author provides a detailed analysis of the key figures and events that shaped this period, including the reigns of William the Conqueror, Henry II, and Richard the Lionheart. He also examines the impact of the Norman and Angevin rule on the English people, including the changes in the legal system, the growth of towns and trade, and the development of the English monarchy.Throughout the book, Davis draws on a wide range of primary sources, including chronicles, charters, and legal documents, to provide a rich and nuanced understanding of this important period in English history. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of England and the development of Western civilization.""An Excellent Standard History Of England Under The Norman's And Angevins, Beginning With The Norman Conquest In 1066, And Culminating With England In Montfort's Day. Prof. Davis Has Used The Same Sources As Other Historians, However, He States That The Great Chronicles Of The Past Were Not Quite Utilized. He Also Includes New Additions To The Bibliography And New Appendices: Local Justice Under Norman Kings, Criminous Clerks, The Provisions Of Oxford And Westminster Have Been Made By Miss N. D. Hurnard In This Edition. This Period Saw The Creation Of English Feudalism, The Rejuvenation Of The English Church And The Decisive Conflicts Of Church And Feudalism With The State. This Period Also Witnessed The Trial And Failure Of Autocracy At Home, And In Foreign Policy A Premature Imperialism; The Creation Of Common Law And The Royal Courts Of Justice; And The General Recognition Of The Principle Of Representative Government.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: H. W. C. Davis
ISBN-10: 1163412538
ISBN-13: 9781163412534
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 616
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.35lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.50d