Pageant of Medieval England, The - Softcover

Francis James

 
9780882890555: Pageant of Medieval England, The

Synopsis

The Pageant of Medieval England covers various topics, including Anglo-Saxon England, Medieval monastic life, the life of the feudal aristocracy, popular medieval religion, and the disintegration of medieval society. Mr. James' selections provide a basic understanding of the values of the medieval world, with each portion conveying a distinct impression.

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About the Author

Dr. James was professor and chairman of the Department of History at Newcomb College, Tulane University. His previously published works include North Country Bishop and Ireland in the Empire, 1688-1770 .

From the Back Cover

Compiled by Francis Godwin James, this volume introduces the main currents of medieval English life through primary sources that combine literary merit and human interest with meaningful historical evidence.

Neither a collection of documents nor modern interpretative essays, these selections provide a basic understanding of the values of the medieval world, with each text conveying a distinct impression of that period of history. This anthology is designed to meet the needs of the ordinary survey course by supplementing, rather than reiterating. Introductory and explanatory remarks precede each selection.

Dr. James was a professor at Tulane University, where he taught European, British, and Irish history. His previously published works include North Country Bishop and Ireland in the Empire, 1688-1770.

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