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Focusing on the development of medieval towns, this book explores their evolution into vital trade and liberty hubs. It examines the impact of the Roman Empire on urban life, city governance, and the role of the church. Key themes include urban crafts, health, and welfare, enriched by annotated primary documents like the Domesday Book and vivid sketches of street life. Extended biographical sketches of towns and residents offer deeper insights, while 26 maps, illustrations, and supplementary materials enhance the reader's understanding of the period.
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The Medieval City, Norman John Greville Pounds
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- Released
- 2005
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- Title
- The Medieval City
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Norman John Greville Pounds
- Publisher
- Greenwood
- Released
- 2005
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 266
- ISBN13
- 9780313324987
- Category
- World history
- Description
- Focusing on the development of medieval towns, this book explores their evolution into vital trade and liberty hubs. It examines the impact of the Roman Empire on urban life, city governance, and the role of the church. Key themes include urban crafts, health, and welfare, enriched by annotated primary documents like the Domesday Book and vivid sketches of street life. Extended biographical sketches of towns and residents offer deeper insights, while 26 maps, illustrations, and supplementary materials enhance the reader's understanding of the period.