The Nobility of the Election of Bayeux, 1463-1666

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Focusing on the socio-economic structures of the Bayeux nobility from the mid-fifteenth to mid-seventeenth centuries, James Wood critiques existing theories about early modern French nobility. He examines the diverse experiences of both impoverished and affluent nobles, revealing insights into their lifestyles and societal roles. By integrating regional history with quantitative social analysis, Wood highlights the broader implications of his research for understanding the nobility and early modern France as a whole.