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Medieval Leicester (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Billson, Charles James

 
9781334406362: Medieval Leicester (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore Medieval Leicester through the streets, markets, and daily life that shaped a vanished town. This volume invites you to walk the old walls, cross the four gates, and peek into the bustling markets that once filled the High Street. Rich illustrations and carefully drawn plans illuminate how a small, fortified borough functioned in the era that bridged the medieval and early modern world.

Delve into a detailed portrait of daily life, from the layout of the four main streets to the spaces where traders and townsfolk gathered. Learn how markets, fairs, and common halls shaped commerce, governance, and social activity. The book also traces where streets and lanes ran, how the town defended its walls, and where key buildings stood, using plans and period descriptions to bring Leicester’s past to life.




  • How the town was laid out around gates, walls, and main streets feeding the market hubs.

  • What life looked like in markets like the Saturday Market, Draperie, and Shambles, including their spaces and governance.

  • The roles of inns, guilds, and town offices in everyday commerce and record-keeping.

  • Illustrations and maps that connect streets, landmarks, and historical events to the present view.



Ideal for readers curious about urban history, architecture, and daily life in a medieval town.

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