Important aspects of fifteenth-century England and Europe assessed in this new collection. A variety of new perspectives and fresh insights into people and society in fifteenth-century England and France are gathered together here. We learn from contemporary accounts of the battle of Anthon how regional politics in theDauphine were enmeshed in the broader conflict over the French throne; subtle inferences about East Anglian politics in the fifteenth century are derived not only from a detailed study of stained glass, but also from a close examination of Sir John Fastolf's papers; the motivations of members of guilds in founding almshouses in their towns, and how such establishments functioned, are presented for our deeper understanding; relations between Humphrey, dukeof Gloucester, and the citizens of London at crucial stages of Henry VI's reign are explored anew; the celebration of the accession of Edward IV by the artistic endeavours of a clerk of the staple of Calais gives our study of theperiod a new visual dimension; and a drama perhaps performed in the household of Cardinal Morton throws a new perspective on contemporary attitudes towards the nobility and Henry VII's "new men". Contributors: KATHLEEN DALY, DAVID KING, RUTH LEXTON, JONATHAN MACKMAN, CAROLE RAWCLIFFE, COLIN RICHMOND, LUCY RHYMER, ANNE F, SUTTON.

About the Author
LINDA CLARK is Editor Emeritus at the History of Parliament.

Reviews
Every one of the articles in this volume is carefully researched and has something new to say: it is a welcome addition to a strong and established series. * ENGLISH HISTORICAL REVIEW *
Demonstrates admirably the many approaches to the history of fifteenth-century England. * THE RICARDIAN *



Book Information
ISBN 9781843834144
Author Linda Clark
Format Hardback
Page Count 212
Imprint The Boydell Press
Publisher Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Weight(grams) 415g