Agincourt
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
The story of Agincourt, one of the most iconic battles in English history - how it was fought, how it has been remembered, and what it has come to mean
Anne Curry Books
Anne Curry is a leading scholar of medieval history, specializing in the Hundred Years' War and the Battle of Agincourt. Her work delves deeply into the lives and experiences of soldiers from the period, employing extensive research to bring the past to life. Curry brings academic rigor to her studies while maintaining an accessible style that engages readers. Her expertise illuminates critical moments in medieval military history.
The Hundred Years Wars 1337-1453
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
There can be no doubt that military conflict between France and England dominated European history in the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries. This war is of considerable interest both because of its duration and the number of theatres in which it was fought. In this book, Hundred Years' War expert Dr Anne Curry reveals how the war can reveal much about the changing nature of warfare: the rise of infantry and the demise of the knight; the impact of increased use of gunpowder and the effect of the wars on generations of people around it.
The Hundred Years War, Second Edition
- 168 pages
- 6 hours of reading
The book explores the complexities of the Anglo-French conflicts known as the Hundred Years War, examining whether it was primarily a feudal struggle over territorial rights in Gascony or a dynastic conflict for the French crown. It delves into historical interpretations and the motivations behind the prolonged warfare, offering insights into the political and social dynamics of the later Middle Ages.