The medieval development of the distinct region of north-east England explored through close examination of landscape, religion and history. The recent surge of interest in the political, ecclesiastical, social and economic history of north-eastern England is reflected in the essays in this volume. The topics covered range widely, including the development of both rural and urban life and institutions. There are contributions on the well-known richness of Durham cathedral muniments, its priory and bishopric, and there is also a particular focus on the institutions and practices which evolved to deal with Scottish border problems. A number of papers broach lesser-known subjects which accordingly offer new territory for exploration, among them the distinctive characteristics of local jurisdiction in the northern counties, the formation of north-eastern landscapes, the course of agrarian development in the region and the emergence of a northern gentry class alongside the better known ecclesiastical and lay magnates. CHRISTIAN D. LIDDY is Lecturer in History at the University of Durham, where R.H. BRITNELL is Emeritus Professor.

About the Author
ANDY KING is Lecturer in Medieval History at the University of Southampton, UK.

Reviews
This stimulating collection has much to interest the urban historian, and is a valuable study of a region in its contexts. * URBAN HISTORY *
This admirable collection of essays covers a surprising amount of ground. * NORTHERN HISTORY *
A well-produced volume. * LANDSCAPE HISTORY *



Book Information
ISBN 9781843831273
Author Christian D Liddy
Format Hardback
Page Count 264
Imprint The Boydell Press
Publisher Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Weight(grams) 1g