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Indlæser... Life in medieval Franceaf E. R. ChamberlinIngen Indlæser...
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Google Books — Indlæser... GenrerMelvil Decimal System (DDC)944.021History and Geography Europe France and region France Capet and Valois 987-1589 Hugh Capet 987-996; Robert II 996-1031; Henry I 1031-60 ; XIth centuryLC-klassificeringVurderingGennemsnit:
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I have read several of Chamberlin's books, though none in quite some time, and this slim volume reminded me of what made them worthwhile: wonderful writing and a focused clarity. This is not an academic work, which is neither a positive nor a negative, it is a statement. The rigor and research are present but it is written to inform, engage, and entertain in equal proportion. In some ways, many academic writers could have learned a few things from Chamberlin.
Even with scholarship that has shed light on many aspects of the period this book still serves its purpose well. Because it is an overview it is less affected by changes to how we understand some of the smaller details.
While ideal for those looking to start their journey into medieval history, this is also a wonderful book for those who have drilled so deep into a specific area or theme that they sometimes lose track of the bigger picture and the longer view. This volume helps with that.
Reviewed from a copy made available by the publisher via NetGalley. ( )