The Thirteenth Century, 1216-1307 by Sir Maurice Powicke

The Thirteenth Century, 1216-1307 by Sir Maurice Powicke

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A critical analysis of the long reigns of Henry III and Edward I, which examines the revolt of Simon de Montfort, relations with Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and English involvement in the Crusades, as well as the power of the Church and the development of administrative and legal institutions.

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The Thirteenth Century, 1216-1307 by Sir Maurice Powicke

Available in paperback for the first time, this volume covers the long reigns of Henry III and Edward I, who ruled England from 1216-1307. The narrative of domestic and foreign affairs includes detailed analyses of the revolt of Simon de Montfort, relations with Scotland, Ireland and Wales, and English involvement in France and the Crusades. Common themes, such as the power of the Church and the development of administrative and legal institutions, are considered in separate chapters. Placing events in their European context, the book charts the history of an increasingly important medieval kingdom during a period of considerable significance.
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ISBN 13 9780192852496
ISBN 10 0192852493
Title The Thirteenth Century, 1216-1307
Author Sir Maurice Powicke
Series Oxford History Of England
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Oxford University Press
Year published 1991-09-05
Number of pages 846
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