Britain - Historical Biography - Rulers & Royal Families, Europe - Civilization, 1066-1485 (Medieval Period) - British History, 1485-1603 - Tudor Dynasty - British History, Britain - Historical Biography - 1066-1485 (Medieval Period)
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Overview
This new history of England in the fifteenth century will transform our understanding of the period. Drawing together political, economic, social and religious considerations, the chronological framework brings the age of Lancaster and York to life. It takes further the notion that, far from being overwhelmed by destructive civil strife. England's last medieval century was characterised by social stability economic development and cultural vigour which laid the foundations for the emergence of early modern society. Placing the English experience within the vital context of the British Isles, the book ranges from the reign of Henry IV to the closing of the middle ages during the reign of Henry VIII." "The political narrative is interspersed with discussion of social, economic and religious life, analysis of institutional structures and the role of the church. Late Medieval England presents a significant and vital reappraisal of a critical era in English history.Synopsis
A highly accessible and unashamedly `King-centred' history of the 15th century which, as Pollard clearly shows, was not only a period of change and disunity, but also witnessed a great increase in the English sense of identity and self-worth. Beginning with the deposition of Richard II in 1399, Pollard investigates the political, religious and social factors that transformed England from a medieval to a modern society during the reigns of Lancastrian, Yorkist and Tudor monarchs. Chapters also consider the place of the 15th century within the broader history of England, different interpretations of the period and the social changes that affected all sectors of the population.Editorials
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Pollard (history, U. of Teesside, England) provides what he calls a "largely traditional, if not even old-fashioned, king-centred history of England." Yet he tries to avoid the "who loses, who wins; who's in, who's out" mode of accounting, aiming instead to provide a good sense of 15th century England's place within Britain, as well as its institutions, social structure, and people. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
October 5, 2000
Publisher
Longman
Pages
472
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780582031357