Plantagenet England by Michael Prestwich
The dramatic period 1225-1360 in Britain witnessed Simon de Montfort's challenge to the crown, Edward II's deposition and death, great English victories in France, and the disaster of the Black Death. This work provides a study of this period, illuminating themes of politics, economics, war, and society.
..a valuable addition to the 'New Oxford History of England' series ... Prestwich handles a wide range of topics skilfully and knowledgeably. This is a sober and judicious book which will have a wide appeal. * Martin Heale, History Journal *
...[a] valuable volume * Contemporary Review *
Impressive volume... a splendidly clear and useable account. * John Hudson, BBC History Magazine *
...an admirable blend of clarity and objective empiricism * Nicholas Vincent, Times Literary Supplement *
...[a] valuable volume * Contemporary Review *
Impressive volume... a splendidly clear and useable account. * John Hudson, BBC History Magazine *
...an admirable blend of clarity and objective empiricism * Nicholas Vincent, Times Literary Supplement *
Michael Prestwich gained his D.Phil from Christ Church, Oxford and then held posts at Oxford and the University of St Andrews before moving to Durham University in 1979. He has been Professor of History since 1986 and from 1992 to 1999 he was Pro-Vice-Chancellor.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780198228448 |
| ISBN 10 | 0198228449 |
| Title | Plantagenet England |
| Author | Michael Prestwich |
| Series | New Oxford History Of England |
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| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Year published | 2005-07-28 |
| Number of pages | 674 |
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