History of the Conquest of England by the Normans; Its Causes and Its Consequences in England, Scotland, Ireland and On the Continent Part One

By Augustin Thierry

Book Overview

The History of the Conquest of England by the Normans; Its Causes and Its Consequences in England, Scotland, Ireland and On the Continent V1 is a book written by Augustin Thierry. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Norman Conquest of England, including its causes and the consequences that followed in England, Scotland, Ireland, and on the continent. The author delves into the historical events that led to the conquest, including the political and social climate of the time, the relationship between the Normans and the English, and the strategies used by the Normans to achieve victory. The book also examines the aftermath of the conquest, including the impact it had on English society and culture, the changes it brought about in the political landscape, and the lasting effects it had on the rest of Europe. This volume is the first in a series of books that provide a comprehensive account of the Norman Conquest and its impact on European history. Overall, The History of the Conquest of England by the Normans is an insightful and informative book that is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of Europe and the Norman Conquest.1871. Part One of Two Volumes. This volume is divided into the following seven books: From the Establishment of the Britons to the Ninth Century; From the First Landing of the Danes in England to the End of the Domination; From the Insurrection of the English People Against the Norman Favorites of King Edward to the Battle of Hastings; From the Battle of Hastings to the Taking of Chester, the Last City Conquered by the Normans; From the Formation of the Camp of Refuge in the Isle of Ely, to the Execution of the Last Saxon Chief; From the Quarrel Between King William and His Eldest Son Robert, to the Last Visit of William to the Continent; and From the Death of William the Conqueror, to the Last General Conspiracy of the English Against the Normans. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417944188.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 141794417X
• ISBN13: 9781417944170
• Release Date: August 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 484 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"