Henry I: King of England and Duke of Normandy

by Judith A. Green

Book Overview

Judith Green argues that although Henry's primary concern was defence of his inheritance, it did not preclude expansion where circumstances were propitious, notably into Welsh territory. His skillful dealings with the Scots permitted consolidation of Norman rule in the northern counties of England, while in Normandy every sinew was strained to defend frontiers through political alliances and stone castles. Green claims that although Henry's own outlook...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521744520
• ISBN13: 9780521744522
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 406 Pages
• Weight: 1.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.9" x 8.9"