Defenders Of The Norman Crown
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Defenders Of The Norman Crown
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Author : Sharon Bennett Connolly
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword History
Release Date : 2021-07-07
Defenders Of The Norman Crown written by Sharon Bennett Connolly and has been published by Pen and Sword History this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-07-07 with History categories.
A history of one of medieval England’s most powerful families, from its origins in Normandy to its demise during the reign of Edward III. In the reign of Edward I, when asked Quo Warranto—by what warrant he held his lands—John de Warenne, the 6th earl of Surrey, is said to have drawn a rusty sword, claiming “My ancestors came with William the Bastard, and conquered their lands with the sword, and I will defend them with the sword against anyone wishing to seize them.” John’s ancestor, William de Warenne, 1st Earl of Surrey, fought for William the Conqueror at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. He was rewarded with enough land to make him one of the richest men of all time. In his search for a royal bride, the 2nd earl kidnapped the wife of a fellow baron. The 3rd earl died on crusade, fighting for his royal cousin, Louis VII of France . . . For three centuries, the Warennes were at the heart of English politics at the highest level, until one unhappy marriage brought an end to the dynasty. The family moved in the highest circles, married into royalty and were not immune to scandal. Defenders of the Norman Crown tells the fascinating story of the Warenne dynasty, of the successes and failures of one of the most powerful families in England, from its origins in Normandy, through the Conquest, Magna Carta, the wars and marriages that led to its ultimate demise in the reign of Edward III. Praise for Defenders of the Norman Crown “In this book Sharon not only provides the reader with a deep insight into the whole Warenne dynasty, but also opens a window into a turbulent period of English history.” —Aspects of History “A riveting insight into the rise and fall of the most influential family you’d otherwise never have heard of. . . . 5/5.” —HistoriaMag “Sharon Bennett Connolly’s detailed, meticulous research brings together a wealth of sources to give the reader a fascinating view of one of the powerful families on which the Crown depended for centuries. Politics and power, Marriages and mistresses, Lordship and land, Defenders of the Norman Crown has it all. [Connolly] has written a very fine book indeed—I loved it.” —Elizabeth Chadwick, bestselling author of historical fiction “A vivid portrayal of a powerful aristocratic family. . . . A highly readable and well-illustrated survey.” —Michael Jones, author of The Black Prince
King John S Right Hand Lady
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Author : Sharon Bennett Connolly
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword History
Release Date : 2023-07-30
King John S Right Hand Lady written by Sharon Bennett Connolly and has been published by Pen and Sword History this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-07-30 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
In a time when men fought and women stayed home, Nicholaa de la Haye held Lincoln Castle against all-comers. Not once, but three times, earning herself the ironic praise that she acted ‘manfully’. Nicholaa gained prominence in the First Baron’s War, the civil war that followed the sealing of Magna Carta in 1215. Although recently widowed, and in her 60s, in 1217 Nicholaa endured a siege that lasted over three months, resisting the English rebel barons and their French allies. The siege ended in the battle known as the Lincoln Fair, when 70-year-old William Marshal, the Greatest Knight in Christendom, spurred on by the chivalrous need to rescue a lady in distress, came to Nicholaa’s aid. Nicholaa de la Haye was a staunch supporter of King John, remaining loyal to the very end, even after most of his knights and barons had deserted him. A truly remarkable lady, Nicholaa was the first woman to be appointed sheriff in her own right. Her strength and tenacity saved England at one of the lowest points in its history. Nicholaa de la Haye is one woman in English history whose story needs to be told…
Matilda Ii The Forgotten Queen
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Author : Joanna Arman
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword History
Release Date : 2023-08-30
Matilda Ii The Forgotten Queen written by Joanna Arman and has been published by Pen and Sword History this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-08-30 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
The wife of King Henry I and the mother of the Empress Maud is a woman and a Queen forgotten to history. She is frequently conflated with her daughter or her mother-in-law. She was born the daughter of the King of Scotland and an Anglo-Saxon princess. Her name was Edith, but her name was changed to Matilda at the time of her marriage. The Queen who united the line of William the Conqueror with the House of Wessex lived during an age marked by transition and turbulence. She married Henry in the first year of the 12th century and for the eighteen years of her rule aided him in reforming the administrative and legal system due to her knowledge of languages and legal tradition. Together she and her husband founded a series of churches and arranged a marriage for their daughter to the Holy Roman Emperor. Matilda was a woman of letters to corresponded with Kings, Popes, and prelates, and was respected by them all. Matilda’s greatest legacy was continuity: she united two dynasties and gave the Angevin Kings the legitimacy they needed so much. It was through her that the Empress Matilda and Henry II were able to claim the throne. She was the progenitor of the Plantagenet Kings, but the war and conflict which followed the death of her son William led to a negative stereotyping by Medieval Chroniclers. Although they saw her as pious, they said she was a runaway nun and her marriage to Henry was cursed. This book provides a much-needed re-evaluation of Edith/Matilda’s role and place in the history of the Queens of England.
King John S Right Hand Lady
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Author : Sharon Bennett Connolly
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword History
Release Date : 2023-07-30
King John S Right Hand Lady written by Sharon Bennett Connolly and has been published by Pen and Sword History this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-07-30 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
In a time when men fought and women stayed home, Nicholaa de la Haye held Lincoln Castle against all-comers. Not once, but three times, earning herself the ironic praise that she acted ‘manfully’. Nicholaa gained prominence in the First Baron’s War, the civil war that followed the sealing of Magna Carta in 1215. Although recently widowed, and in her 60s, in 1217 Nicholaa endured a siege that lasted over three months, resisting the English rebel barons and their French allies. The siege ended in the battle known as the Lincoln Fair, when 70-year-old William Marshal, the Greatest Knight in Christendom, spurred on by the chivalrous need to rescue a lady in distress, came to Nicholaa’s aid. Nicholaa de la Haye was a staunch supporter of King John, remaining loyal to the very end, even after most of his knights and barons had deserted him. A truly remarkable lady, Nicholaa was the first woman to be appointed sheriff in her own right. Her strength and tenacity saved England at one of the lowest points in its history. Nicholaa de la Haye is one woman in English history whose story needs to be told…
The History Of The Norman Conquest Of England The Reign Of Harold And The Interregnum
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Author : Edward Augustus Freeman
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1875
The History Of The Norman Conquest Of England The Reign Of Harold And The Interregnum written by Edward Augustus Freeman and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1875 with Great Britain categories.
Women Of The Anarchy
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Author : Sharon Bennett Connolly
language : en
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Release Date : 2024-01-15
Women Of The Anarchy written by Sharon Bennett Connolly and has been published by Amberley Publishing Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-01-15 with History categories.
The story of the Anarchy from the unique perspective of the two women at the centre of the struggle for the crown.
Reports Of Cases Decided In The Supreme Courts Of Scotland And In The House Of Lords On Appeal From Scotland
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1840
Reports Of Cases Decided In The Supreme Courts Of Scotland And In The House Of Lords On Appeal From Scotland written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1840 with Law reports, digests, etc categories.
The Scottish Jurist
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language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1840
The Scottish Jurist written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1840 with Law reports, digests, etc categories.
Modern Crimes
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Author : Chris Nickson
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2016-09-07
Modern Crimes written by Chris Nickson and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-09-07 with Fiction categories.
1924: Still reeling from the effects of the Great War, life in the city of Leeds is hard: poverty is rife, work is scarce and crime is becoming more sophisticated. Bravely entering this maelstrom is one of the city's first policewomen to walk the beat, the resourceful, inquisitive and practical WPC Lottie Armstrong. Eager to prove herself and determined to succeed, Lottie faces apathy from colleagues and the general public alike until she suddenly finds herself on the trail of a missing girl that leads to the underbelly of the city and to murder. As Lottie uncovers a plot involving high level corruption, CID reluctantly find they need her knowledge and people skills, but as the truth is slowly laid bare Lottie's bravery is tested to its limit in a breathtaking climax.
Whited Sepulchres
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Author : C.B. Hanley
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2014-10-06
Whited Sepulchres written by C.B. Hanley and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-10-06 with Fiction categories.
1217: Commoner-turned-earl's-man Edwin Weaver has returned to Conisbrough Castle after his blood-soaked adventure in Lincoln. Now carrying a dagger for protection, he has no chance to rest, for preparations are already underway for a noble wedding. But his weapon will be little help against the armed band of outlaws terrorising the area. When the household marshal is murdered under the earl's own roof, and Edwin is asked to resolve the situation before the wedding plans can be jeopardised. Edwin is convinced that there is more to his death than meets the eye and, as he digs deeper, he realises that the killer's true target might be someone much closer to home. The third book in C.B. Hanley's popular Mediaeval Mystery series, following The Bloody City.