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First published to wide critical acclaim in 1973, England in the Later Middle Ages has become a seminal text for students studying this diverse, constantly changing period. The second edition of this book, while maintaining the character of the

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• Amazon Sales Rank: #333825 in Books
• Published on: 2003-11-20
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 504 pages

From the Back Cover
Mr Keen's style is spare, lucid, and most pleasant to read by virtue of the deep thought Mr Keen has given to this period, over a long time, it is a perceptive and coherent interpretation of an age.' The Times Literary Supplement
'As possibly the best existing synthesis of the period from 1290 to 1485, it will undoubtedly be recognised as a notable achievement in English historical scholarship.' Scottish Historical Review
First published to wide critical acclaim in 1973, England in the Later Middle Ages has become a seminal text for students studying this diverse, constantly changing period. This spirited work surveys the period from Edward I to the death of Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth, which heralded in the Tudor Age. The study discusses the important aspects of the age such as





The second edition of this book, while maintaining the character of the original, brings the study up to date. Each chapter includes a discussion of the historiographical developments of the last decade and the author takes a fresh look at the changing world of the Later Middle Ages, particularly the plague and the economy. Also included is a rewritten introduction.

Customer Reviews

The most enjoyable guide to the later middle ages around.
Keen takes us on a journey through England during the later middle ages and, unlike most historical texts, does so in a manner which is both informative and enjoyable. His text reads almost as if it were a story; gripping from its outset focussing on the early wars of Edward I and their aftermath, through the peasants revolt and the plague, dealing with each aspect in the depth it deserves. Keen takes on all aspects of English history in this era. He deals with not only the role of the King and governance, but also social structure, economic changes and fluctuation (especially the impact of war), Lollardy and Monasticism, the War of Roses, the list goes on and on. As a base text book for understanding the era, I could recommend no better, although if being used for academic study (as I have used it myself greatly for degree level work) then it is greatly enhanced be being supplemented with other subject specific books. However, this is to take nothing away from Keen; the book is marvelous and an absolute essential for both those studying the period and also for those who are simply interested in this period of history.