This book covers the emergence of the earliest English kingdoms to the establishment of the Anglo-Norman monarchy in 1087. Professor Stenton examines the development of English society, describes the chief phases in the history of the Anglo-Saxon Church, and studies the unification of Britain begun by the kings of Mercia, and completed by the kings of Wessex. The result is a fascinating insight into this period of English history.
F. M. Stenton Libros
Sir Frank Merry Stenton fue un historiador británico reconocido por su profunda erudición sobre la Inglaterra anglosajona. Su obra exploró meticulosamente los intrincados paisajes políticos, sociales y culturales de este período fundacional de la historia británica. Stenton se dedicó a desenterrar e interpretar las complejidades de la vida y el gobierno durante la era anglosajona. Su rigurosa investigación y sus influyentes escritos han moldeado significativamente nuestra comprensión de este tiempo crucial.





Documents Illustrative of the Social and Economic History of the Danelaw, From Various Collections
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The Place-names of Berkshire; an Essay
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This essay explores the origins and meanings of the place-names found in Berkshire, shedding light on the history and culture of the region. With meticulous research and engaging prose, Stenton brings to life the stories behind the names we see every day on signs and maps. Whether you're a local resident or just interested in the history of England, this book is a must-read.
Types of Manorial Structure in the Northern Danelaw
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Early History of the Abbey of Abingdon
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