"The Early Plantagenets" by William Stubbs is a historical look into England during the reigns of King Stephen through Henry III, marked by political changes, fights over land, and the beginnings of constitutional law. The book starts by setting the scene, explaining how important this time was for England and comparing it to what was happening in France and Germany. It talks about the problems that started with King Stephen taking the throne and the battles with Empress Matilda, leading to chaos. This all makes way for Henry II's rise to power and changes in how the country was run, offering a detailed study of the complicated relationships between power, government, and how society changed during this important time.
The early Plantagenets
By William Stubbs
Witness the dramatic reshaping of English society through power struggles and the birth of new governing principles.
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About the AuthorWilliam Stubbs was an English historian and Anglican bishop. He was Regius Professor of Modern History at the University of Oxford between 1866 and 1884. He was Bishop of Chester from 1884 to 1889 and Bishop of Oxford from 1889 to 1901.
William Stubbs was an English historian and Anglican bishop. He was Regius Professor of Modern History at the University of Oxford between 1866 and 1884. He was Bishop of Chester from 1884 to 1889 and Bishop of Oxford from 1889 to 1901.
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