Oxford University Press - France in the Later Middle Ages 1200-1500

Explore the evolution of French identity through one of its most transformative eras. This volume from the Short Oxford History of France series provides a detailed look at the development of the nation during a period defined by significant change and widespread crisis. Readers will follow the historical trajectory of France starting from the Albigensian crusades in the early thirteenth century. The narrative moves through the intense conflicts of the Hundred Years War and concludes with the onset of the Italian wars in the 1490s. This book is an essential resource for those interested in understanding how the foundations of modern France were shaped by the political and social struggles of the later Middle Ages. Whether you are a student of world history or a dedicated reader of historical non-fiction, this work offers a clear perspective on a complex era. It serves as a reliable guide to the shifting landscapes of power and culture that defined the years between 1200 and 1500.