Studying Late Medieval History - 9781138778290

Taylor & Francis

Studying Late Medieval HistoryA Thematic Approach\nAuthor(s): Cindy Wood\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138778290, 978-1138778290\nSynopsis\nStudying Late Medieval History is an accessible introduction for undergraduate history students wishing to understand the major topics of late medieval history. Examining the period from [tel], this introductory guide offers an overview of 250 years of transformation, which saw technology, borders and ruling dynasties across the continent change. \n\nThe book focuses on ten key themes to explain what happened, who the important personalities were and the significance of these events in shaping medieval Europe. Each chapter is a thematic essay which looks at the central topics covered at undergraduate level including the Church, the monarchy, nobility, parliaments, justice, women, children, warfare and chivalry. The chapters are supported by a detailed evaluation of the key.