| Author |
Bowman, Florence L., 1880- |
| Title |
Britain in the Middle Ages: A History for Beginners
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Britain in the Middle Ages: A History for Beginners" by Florence L. Bowman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book aims to present key events and ideas from Britain's medieval history in an accessible way for younger readers or those new to the subject. It likely covers a broad spectrum of historical topics, from the arrival of various peoples and their cultures to impactful events that shaped Britain during the Middle Ages. The opening of the book introduces the distant past of Britain, depicting its landscape during ancient times and the early inhabitants who roamed the land. It describes the shifts in climate and the evolution of society from primitive communities to the more organized settlements that arose over time. As the narrative progresses, it briefly touches upon the invasion of the Romans, their military prowess, and their significant contributions to British infrastructure and culture. This portion sets the stage for the subsequent chapters, which explore the Saxons, the coming of Christianity, and the various influential figures and events that defined medieval Britain, establishing a foundation for understanding the complexity of its history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Middle Ages
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- To 1485
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
40371 |
| Release Date |
Jul 29, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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