The Normans in European history by Charles Homer Haskins

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Author Haskins, Charles Homer, 1870-1937
LoC No. 15022077
Title The Normans in European history
Original Publication Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1915.
Note Reading ease score: 52.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Normans in European History" by Charles Homer Haskins is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book presents a series of eight lectures that examine the pivotal role of the Normans in shaping European history, focusing on their contributions as state builders and cultural organizers in various regions including France, England, and Italy. Through this exploration, Haskins highlights the transformation of Normandy into a powerful entity and its influence on broader European dynamics. The opening of the text establishes the significance of Normandy, celebrated for its rich tapestry of history during its thousandth anniversary in 1911. Haskins notes how the commemorative events attracted descendants of the Norse invaders and highlighted key figures from Norman history, weaving a narrative that connects their era to larger European historical currents. The lectures aim to provide a broad overview rather than a detailed account, with the initial focus on the geographical and social aspects that identified Normandy, alongside the cultural amalgam that arose from its unique position at the confluence of Norse and Frankish influences. The exploration sets the stage for discussing the Normans' eventual conquests and governance over lands such as England and Italy, emphasizing their lasting impact on European institutions and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Medieval period, 1066-1485
Subject Europe -- History
Subject Normans -- Europe
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EBook-No. 72514
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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