Atlas of Medieval Britain
Atlas of Medieval Britain by Christopher Daniell
English | June 19, 2008 | ISBN: 0415340691, 0415602238 | PDF | 168 pages | 13.5 MB
English | June 19, 2008 | ISBN: 0415340691, 0415602238 | PDF | 168 pages | 13.5 MB
Christopher Daniell's Atlas of Medieval Britain presents a sweeping visual survey of Britain from the Roman occupation to 1485.
Annotated throughout with clear commentary, this volume tells the story of the British Isles, and makes visually accessible the varied and often complex world of the Middle Ages. The Atlas depicts the spatial distribution of key events and buildings between 1066 and 1485, as well as providing the relevant Anglo-Saxon background. Charting the main political, administrative and religious features of medieval society, the maps also locate cultural landmarks such as the sites of mystery plays, universities and specific architectural styles.
Topics covered include:
Iron Age and Roman occupation
Anglo-Saxons and Vikings
changing political scenarios within England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland
religious framework, including diocesan boundaries, monasteries and friaries
government, society and economy.
Complete with recommended further reading, this volume is an indispensable reference resource for all students of medieval British history.