Geoffrey de Mandeville: A study of the Anarchy
Unveiling the Enigmatic Power Struggles in Medieval EnglandBy John Horace Round
Length19h 38m
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In "Geoffrey de Mandeville: A Study of the Anarchy," John Horace Round delves into the tumultuous period of English history known as The Anarchy (1135-1154), when the legitimacy of royal authority was fiercely contested. Through meticulous historical research and a narrative style that interweaves biographical analysis with socio-political context, Round illuminates the significance of Geoffrey de Mandeville, a notable figure and power broker of the era. His examination reveals the intricate dynamics of feudal loyalties, the struggles for dominance, and the broader implications of civil strife on the development of medieval England. John Horace Round (1854-1928) was a pioneering historian whose expertise in medieval England shaped his scholarly pursuits. His deep-seated interest in feudalism and the political machinations of the era is reflected in this work, which synthesizes primary historical sources and contemporary chronicles. Round's commitment to rigorous examination and his innovative approach provide insights not only into Mandeville'Äôs actions but also into the wider societal shifts during a critical juncture in England's past. This book is essential for readers interested in medieval history, particularly those seeking an understanding of the complexities of feudal power and conflict. Round'Äôs profound insights provide a compelling narrative that will engage both historians and general readers alike, making it a significant contribution to historical literature.
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GenreHistory
Length19 hrs 38 mins
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Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. THE ACCESSION OF STEPHEN.
24APPENDIX I. "VICECOMITES" AND "CUSTODES."
2CHAPTER II. THE FIRST CHARTER OF THE KING.
25APPENDIX J. THE GREAT SEAL OF THE EMPRESS.
3CHAPTER III. TRIUMPH OF THE EMPRESS.
26APPENDIX K. GERVASE DE CORNHILL.
4CHAPTER IV. THE FIRST CHARTER OF THE EMPRESS.: Charter of the Empress to Geoffrey de Mandeville (Midsummer, 1141).
27APPENDIX L. CHARTER OF THE EMPRESS TO WILLIAM DE BEAUCHAMP.
5CHAPTER V. THE LOST CHARTER OF THE QUEEN.
28APPENDIX M. THE EARLDOM OF ARUNDEL.
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6CHAPTER VI. THE ROUT OF WINCHESTER.
29APPENDIX N. ROBERT DE VERE.
7CHAPTER VII. THE SECOND CHARTER OF THE KING.: Charter of the King to Geoffrey de Mandeville (Christmas, 1141).
30APPENDIX O. "TOWER AND CASTLE."
8CHAPTER VIII. THE SECOND CHARTER OF THE EMPRESS.
31APPENDIX P. THE EARLY ADMINISTRATION OF LONDON.
9Carta M. Imperatricis facta Com̃ Gaufredo Essexiæ de pluribus terris et libertatibus.
32APPENDIX Q OSBERTUS OCTODENARII.
10Charter of the Empress to Aubrey de Vere (1142).
33APPENDIX R. THE FOREST OF ESSEX.
11Charter of Henry of Anjou to Aubrey de Vere. July-November, 1142.
34APPENDIX S. THE TREATY OF ALLIANCE BETWEEN THE EARLS OF HEREFORD AND GLOUCESTER.: The Treaty.
12Cott. Chart, xxi. 6.
35APPENDIX T. "AFFIDATIO IN MANU."
13CHAPTER IX. FALL AND DEATH OF GEOFFREY.
36APPENDIX U. THE FAMILIES OF MANDEVILLE AND DE VERE.
14CHAPTER X. THE EARLDOM OF ESSEX.: Charter of Henry II. to Geoffrey de Mandeville the Younger (Jan. 1156).
37APPENDIX V. WILLIAM OF ARQUES.
15APPENDICES.
38APPENDIX X. ROGER "DE RAMIS."
16APPENDIX A. STEPHEN'S TREATY WITH THE LONDONERS.
39APPENDIX Y. THE FIRST AND SECOND VISITS OF HENRY II. TO ENGLAND.
17APPENDIX B. THE APPEAL TO ROME IN 1136.
40APPENDIX Z. BISHOP NIGEL AT ROME.
18APPENDIX C. THE EASTER COURT OF 1136.
41APPENDIX AA. "TENSERIE."
19APPENDIX D. THE "FISCAL" EARLS.
42APPENDIX BB. THE EMPRESS'S CHARTER TO GEOFFREY RIDEL.
20APPENDIX E. THE ARRIVAL OF THE EMPRESS.
43EXCURSUS.: THE CREATION OF THE EARLDOM OF GLOUCESTER.
21APPENDIX F. THE DEFECTION OF MILES OF GLOUCESTER.
44ADDENDA.
22APPENDIX G. CHARTER OF THE EMPRESS TO ROGER DE VALOINES.
45INDEX.
23APPENDIX H. THE "TERTIUS DENARIUS."
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