Restoration and Reform, 1153-1165: Recovery from Civil War in England

ISBN-13: 9780521554596 / Angielski / Twarda / 2000 / 270 str.

Graeme J. White

Opis

This book, covering the close of Stephen's reign (1135-54) and the early phase of Henry II's (1154-89), examines the government of England in the aftermath of civil war. It suggests that the extent of "anarchy" under Stephen has been exaggerated and that there was much administrative continuity from one reign to the next. Previous studies of Henry II's government have often neglected his earliest years, but here there is a reassessment of the significance of financial and judicial measures during 1163-65, as "restoration" gave way to "reform."

Recenzje

'This monograph as a firm grasp of the source material and a clearly and compellingly argued thesis.' Annual Bulletin of Historical Literature

Spis treści

Preface; List of abbreviations; 1. The political context; 2. The governance of England during Stephen's reign; 3. Personnel and property; 4. Financial recovery; 5. The administration of justice; 6. Conclusion; Appendices; Bibliography; Index.