The Angevins and the Charter (1154-1216)

The Angevins and the Charter (1154-1216)

The Beginning of English Law, the Invasion of Ireland and the CrusadesBy Various
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The Angevins and the Charter (1154-1216) is a seminal exploration of the tumultuous period that marked the rise of the Plantagenet dynasty in England. The text delves into the nuances of governance, power struggles, and constitutional developments, particularly focusing on the evolution of the Charter. It utilizes a rich array of primary sources, innovative literary techniques, and rigorous historiographical engagement, positioning itself within the broader context of medieval political theory and practice. The work illuminates how the Angevins shaped the legal and political landscape of England, culminating in pivotal moments that laid the groundwork for modern governance. The book is a collaborative effort by various eminent historians, whose collective expertise in Anglo-Norman studies sheds light on the complexities surrounding the Angevins'Äô rule. Their varied backgrounds and research interests converge to reveal the multifaceted nature of governance during a transformative era. The authors'Äô meticulous research is evident in their depth of analysis and commitment to understanding the cultural ramifications of the Charter, informed by their own scholarly pursuits and dedication to medieval history. This book is an indispensable resource for students, scholars, and general readers interested in medieval history and constitutional evolution. It not only enhances understanding of the Angevins' influence on English law but also invites critical reflection on the enduring legacies of governance that continue to resonate today.

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GenreHistory
Length3 hrs 48 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 26, 2023
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
31JOHN IN IRELAND (1185).
21. What the Exchequer is, and what is the reason of this name.
32CAPTURE OF JERUSALEM (1187).
32. Scutage and Murdrum.
33RAISING MONEY FOR THE CRUSADE (1189).
43. The Fusion of English and Norman.
34LAWS OF RICHARD I. CONCERNING CRUSADERS WHO WERE TO GO BY SEA (1189).
54. Danegeld and Essarts.
35THE ABBOT AND THE JEWS (1190).
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65. The Forest.
36THE KINGS OF FRANCE AND ENGLAND AT MESSINA (1190).
76. The Sheriffs and Bailiffs.
37THE CAPTURE OF MESSINA, AND THE JEALOUSY OF PHILIP, KING OF FRANCE (1190).
87. Liveries.
38CAPTURE OF CYPRUS AND RICHARD'S MARRIAGE, 1191.
9HENRY PUTS HIS HOUSE IN ORDER, 1155-7.
39AT ACRE, (1191).
10Instance of Superstition.
40RETURN OF PHILIP (1191).
11Their Character.
41RICHARD'S SICKNESS (1192). A TRUCE.
12THE PAGANISM OF THE IRISH, Circ. 1155.
42CHIVALRY OF SALADIN (1192-3).
13TRIBAL DISPUTE (1154-7).
43RETURN OF RICHARD (1193).
14THE BULL OF POPE ADRIAN IV. EMPOWERING HENRY II. TO CONQUER IRELAND, A.D. 1155.
44RICHARD'S CAPTURE (1192).
15THOMAS À BECKET. LIFE BEFORE HIS ELECTION (1162).
45THE RELEASE OF RICHARD (1192).
16DISPUTE CONCERNING CONSTITUTIONS OF CLARENDON (1164).
46ENGLAND UNDER THE CHANCELLORS (1191-3).
17BECKET'S EXILE (1165).
47THE CAPTURE OF ARTHUR (1202).
18THE RETURN (1170).
48THE LOSS OF NORMANDY (1204).
19BECKET'S LIFE (1170).
49LONDON (Circ. 1204).
20BECKET'S DEATH (1171).
50THE TOWNS OF ENGLAND.
21Dermot had an interview with Earl Richard.
51JOHN'S GRANT TO THE ABBEY OF CROYLAND (1202-1206).
22Earl Richard (Strongbow) in Ireland, 1170.
52THE ELECTION OF LANGTON (1207).
23Henry II.'s Invasion of Ireland, 1171-2.
53THE INTERDICT (1208).
24THE CONSTITUTIONS OF THE SYNOD OF CASHEL (1172).
54THE BATTLE OF BOUVINES (1214).
25DISPUTES WITH HENRY'S SONS (1173).
55EVENTS LEADING TO THE MAGNA CHARTA (1214).
26TROUBLE WITH SCOTLAND (1174).
56KING JOHN AND THE ABBOT OF CANTERBURY.
27THE PENANCE OF HENRY (1174).
57THE LAST DAYS OF KING JOHN (1216).
28END OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL DISPUTE (1175).
58BELL'S English History Source Books
29THE ALBIGENSIAN HERESY IN TOULOUSE (1178).
59New Historical Class Books
30THE ELECTION OF AN ABBOT (1182).
60BELL'S ENGLISH HISTORY SOURCE BOOKS.
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