Capetian France 987-1328

by Elizabeth Hallam and Charles West

Book Overview

Capetian France 987-1328 is an authoritative overview of the country's development across four centuries, with a focus on changes to the political, religious, social and cultural climate during this period.

When Hugh Capet took the throne of France in 987, his powers were weak and insignificant, but from an inauspicious beginning he founded a dynasty that was to last over 300 years and that came to dominate western Europe. This carefully...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138887684
• ISBN13: 9781138887688
• Release Date: July 2019
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Vivid Portrait of Capetian France

This books provides a well written history of Capetian France, covering the monarchs as well as society, the economy and the monarch's relations with the Church. The authors provide many maps and genealogical tables, numerous chapter endnotes and an extensive bibliography. I highly recommend this book for lovers of medieval history!