The Oxford Illustrated History of Medieval Europe

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Pp. (14), 398, “Holmes et al. have produced an attractive account of medieval Europe from the fall of Rome to the eve of the Reformation. This popular history, well-written by professional historians, is for the intelligent general reader. The book conveys a good sense of the movement of events and the succession of great people, and it catches the economic, social, and intellectual structures which underpinned events. Noteworthy among the well-conceived chapters is Malcolm Vale’s discussion of “the eclipse of ecclesiastical power . . . especially papal power . . . and the expansion and elaboration of secular rule.” Holmes concludes that this fragmented era laid the groundwork for the fertile period that followed. Maps, charts, and illustrations deserve high praise.”

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ISBN 0192854356
ISBN13 9780192854353
Number of pages 398
Original Title The Oxford Illustrated History of Medieval Europe
Published Date 1988
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition no dustjacket
Binding Paperback
Size 8vo Larger
Place of Publication Oxford
Edition First edition
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pp. (14), 398, “Holmes et al. have produced an attractive account of medieval Europe from the fall of Rome to the eve of the Reformation. This popular history, well-written by professional historians, is for the intelligent general reader. The book conveys a good sense of the movement of events and the succession of great people, and it catches the economic, social, and intellectual structures which underpinned events. Noteworthy among the well-conceived chapters is Malcolm Vale’s discussion of “the eclipse of ecclesiastical power . . . especially papal power . . . and the expansion and elaboration of secular rule.” Holmes concludes that this fragmented era laid the groundwork for the fertile period that followed. Maps, charts, and illustrations deserve high praise.”

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Weight 1.4 kg