The Reign of Richard II: From Minority to Tyranny 1377-97 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780719038532)

The long-awaited prequel to Chronicles of the Revolution covers the first twenty years (1377-97) of Richard II's reign. This richly-documented period offers exceptional opportunities and challenges to students, and the editor has selected material from a wide range of sources: well-known English chronicles, foreign chronicles, and legal, administrative and financial records. These are arranged chronologically to form a coherent narrative of the reign. Clear and lively commentary and notes enable readers to make the fullest use of each document. The introduction describes the complex domestic and international situation which confronted the young king, and offers guidance on the strengths and weaknesses of the reign's leading chronicles. The dramatic and diverse politics of the reign of Richard II make this the ideal special subject, and an accessible, affordable, student-friendly documentary history of Richard II's reign has long been needed. This book is designed to fill that gap.

Author: Alison McHardy
ISBN-10: 0719038537
ISBN-13: 9780719038532
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Language: English
Published: 07/17/2012
Pages: 368
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.40w x 1.10d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 04/01/2013