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Plantagenet England: 1225-1360
Michael Prestwich
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Description for Plantagenet England: 1225-1360
Paperback. The dramatic period 1225-1360 in Britain witnessed Simon de Montfort's challenge to the crown, Edward II's deposition and death, and more. It also saw the development of the state, with the emergence of parliament. This work provides a study of this period, illuminating themes of politics, economics, war, and society. Series: New Oxford History of England. Num Pages: 680 pages, 11 maps & tables, 12pp b/w plates. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3H; HBJD1; HBLC. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 159 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1040.
In this thorough and illuminating work, Michael Prestwich provides a comprehensive study of Plantagenet England, a dramatic and turbulent period which saw many changes. In politics it saw Simon de Montfort's challenge to the crown in Henry II's reign and it witnessed the deposition of Edward I. In contrast, it also saw the highly successful rules of Edward I and his grandson, Edward III. Political institutions were transformed with the development of parliament and war was a dominant theme: Wales was conquered and the Scottish Wars of Independence started in Edward I's reign, and under Edward III there were ... Read more
In this thorough and illuminating work, Michael Prestwich provides a comprehensive study of Plantagenet England, a dramatic and turbulent period which saw many changes. In politics it saw Simon de Montfort's challenge to the crown in Henry II's reign and it witnessed the deposition of Edward I. In contrast, it also saw the highly successful rules of Edward I and his grandson, Edward III. Political institutions were transformed with the development of parliament and war was a dominant theme: Wales was conquered and the Scottish Wars of Independence started in Edward I's reign, and under Edward III there were ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Number of pages
680
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Series
New Oxford History of England
Condition
New
Weight
1016g
Number of Pages
680
Place of Publication
Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780199226870
SKU
V9780199226870
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About Michael Prestwich
Michael Prestwich has taught at Oxford and the University of St. Andrews before moving to the University of Durham in 1979. He has been Professor of History since 1986 and from 1992 to 1999 he was Pro-Vice-Chancellor.
Reviews for Plantagenet England: 1225-1360
...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
Martin Heale, History Journal