This collection of highly original essays by leading early medieval historians honours the work and career of Dame Janet (Jinty) Nelson, one of the most respected and influential scholars of her generation. The essays build on the spirit of Janet Nelson's work by linking the study of Francia with at least one other area or general theme of early medieval history. The papers range across all of the regions of Europe affected by Frankish culture and explore themes which reflect the cutting edge of the work she inspired: memory, queenship, the treatment of prisoners of war, penance, the use of property, historiography, palaeography, prosopography, religious organization. The volume includes an appreciation of her career, and is rounded off by a topical index to highlight its thematic aspects.

About the Author
Paul Fouracre is Professor of Medieval History at the University of Manchester. David Ganz is Professor of Palaeography at King's College, London


Book Information
ISBN 9780719087721
Author Paul Fouracre
Format Paperback
Page Count 360
Imprint Manchester University Press
Publisher Manchester University Press
Weight(grams) 508g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 156mm * 19mm