Routledge England in the Later Middle Ages: Political History - Routledge

This seminal second edition, originally published in 1973 to wide critical acclaim, brings Maurice Keen's landmark study of medieval England up to date for modern scholars. Covering the transformative period from Edward I through Richard III's death, the book examines England's complex political landscape with fresh perspective on the plague, economic shifts, and historiographical developments of the past decade. Each chapter integrates contemporary scholarship, making this an essential resource for understanding the diverse and intricate world of the Later Middle Ages. Keen's spirited narrative maintains the original's scholarly rigour whilst remaining accessible to students encountering this pivotal era for the first time, offering both comprehensive political analysis and engaging historical storytelling.