History of the English People, Volume II / The Charter, 1216-1307; The Parliament, 1307-1400

Name: History of the English People, Volume II / The Charter, 1216-1307; The Parliament, 1307-1400
Author: John Richard Green

By John Richard Green

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The work traces English political and constitutional developments from the early thirteenth through the fourteenth century, opening with the reassertion of the Charter after a royal succession and civil war, proceeding through baronial revolts, the consolidation of royal administration under Henry III and Edward I, and the evolution of parliamentary practice. It discusses clashes between Crown, barons, church and foreign influence, military and naval campaigns, legal and fiscal reforms, and social unrest culminating in the mid-century popular uprising, while organizing material around biographies of monarchs and thematic chapters on institutions.

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John Richard Green

John Richard Green was a prominent English historian and author, best known for his comprehensive work, "History of the English People." This multi-volume series, published in the late 19th century, provides an extensive narrative of English history from the early medieval period through the 18th century. Green's writing is characterized by its engaging style and accessibility, making complex historical events understandable to a broad audience. His approach emphasized the social and political developments that shaped England, contributing significantly to the field of historical literature. Green's legacy endures through his influential works, which continue to be referenced and studied for their insights into English history.