Early Medieval Ireland, 400-1200Routledge, 16 дек. 2013 г. - Всего страниц: 400 This impressive survey covers the early history of Ireland from the coming of Christianity to the Norman settlement (400 - 1200 AD). Within a broad political framework it explores the nature of Irish society, the spiritual and secular roles of the Church and the extraordinary flowering of Irish culture in the period. Other major themes are Ireland's relations with Britain and continental Europe, and Vikings and their influence, the beginnings of Irish feudalism, and the impact of the Viking and Norman invaders. Splendid in sweep and lively in detail, it launches the newLongman History of Ireland in fine style. |
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List of maps | |
Editors foreword | |
Introduction | |
The beginnings of Irish history | |
Kingdoms peoples and politics AD400800 | |
Kings and kingship | |
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