The Angevins and the Charter (1154-1216) by Toyne, Bell, and Winbolt
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About this eBook
| Compiler | Toyne, S. M. (Stanley Mease) |
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| Editor | Bell, Kenneth (Kenneth Norman), 1884-1951 |
| Editor | Winbolt, S. E. (Samuel Edward), 1868-1944 |
| LoC No. | 13021734 |
| Title |
The Angevins and the Charter (1154-1216) The Beginning of English Law, the Invasion of Ireland and the Crusades |
| Series Title | Bell's English History Source Books |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "The Angevins and the Charter (1154-1216)" by S. M. Toyne, Bell, and Winbolt is a historical account published in the early 20th century. This work analyzes the significance of various statutes and documents from the reign of King Henry II to the signing of the Magna Carta, which shaped the foundations of English law and governance during a transformative period. The opening of the book introduces readers to the purpose of the source material collected for this historical analysis, highlighting the importance of using primary documents to enhance the understanding of English history. The author outlines the structure of the book, emphasizing the chronological organization of the texts, which span significant legal developments including the Constitution of Clarendon and the Assize of Arms. Additionally, the author discusses the roles of key figures and events, such as the conflict between King Henry II and Thomas à Becket, thereby setting the stage for the examination of how these historical elements contributed to the evolution of common law and governance in England. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Magna Carta |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Angevin period, 1154-1216 -- Sources |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50791 |
| Release Date | Dec 30, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 67 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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