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| Author | Adams, George Burton, 1851-1925 |
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| Title | The History of England from the Norman Conquest to the Death of John (1066-1216) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Moynihan, Beth Trapaga, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "The History of England from the Norman Conquest to the Death of John" by George Burton Adams is a comprehensive historical account likely written in the late 19th century. This work meticulously explores the political landscape of England following the pivotal Norman Conquest of 1066, leading up to the death of King John in 1216. The text aims to provide a thorough analysis of the political dynamics, socio-economic transformations, and challenges that characterized this significant period in English history. At the start of the volume, Adams outlines the immediate aftermath of the Norman Conquest, detailing William the Conqueror’s strategies for solidifying control over England after his victory at Hastings. The narrative examines key events such as William’s coronation and subsequent military campaigns, as well as the internal discord among English nobility. Various chapters discuss the feudal system's emergence, the complexities of governance, and the reactions of the English populace to Norman rule. Adams emphasizes the significance of leadership—or lack thereof—during this tumultuous period, which ultimately shaped the course of English history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Medieval period, 1066-1485 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 8556 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 92 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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