Henry I - King of England and Duke of Normandy (Hardcover)

The first biography to offer a fully rounded treatment of the life of Henry I, the youngest son of William the Conqueror, this book presents a major new interpretation of the man and his methods. Judith Green argues that although Henry's primary concern was defence of his inheritance this did not preclude expansion where circumstances were propitious, notably into Welsh territory. His skilful dealings with the Scots permitted consolidation of Norman rule in the northern counties of England, while in Normandy every sinew was strained to defend frontiers through political alliances and stone castles. Green argues that although Henry's own outlook was essentially traditional, the legacy of this fascinating and ruthless personality included some hugely significant developments in governance. The book also offers a fresh perspective on Henry's court, which, it is suggested, made an important contribution to the flowering of court culture throughout 12th-century Europe.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	March 2006
First published:	2006
Authors:	Judith A. Green
Dimensions:	235 x 160 x 29mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	406
ISBN-13:	978-0-521-59131-7
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > World history > 500 to 1500 Books > Humanities > History > British & Irish history > General Books > History > British & Irish history > General Books > History > World history > 500 to 1500 Promotions
LSN:	0-521-59131-7
Barcode:	9780521591317

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