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Bury, George Wyman

9781451018073: Henry the Second (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 : 145101807X ISBN 13 : 9781451018073

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Discover how one king’s bold legal reforms changed England—and a continent’s—approach to justice, governance, and power.

Henry II earned a lasting reputation as a reforming monarch who sought to bring church law, local courts, and noble influence under the crown’s reach. This book traces his decisive moves, from codifying royal authority to shaping how judges and sheriffs operated across his realm and beyond. It highlights the clashes, compromises, and political wyles that defined his reign and set the stage for later constitutional development.

Through vivid narrative, the book shows how reforming energy and strategic diplomacy stretched across England and the Continent, affecting the balance of power among church, state, and the nobility. It explains the political consequences of his efforts and the enduring questions they raised about law, order, and royal prerogative.

How the Assize of Clarendon and related reforms redefined the administration of justice
Henry II’s use of royal authority to bring rival jurisdictions under the crown
The political struggle with the church and key figures of his era
Connections between his legal program and later milestones in English governance

Ideal for readers of medieval history, governance, and legal reform, this edition sheds light on one of England’s most influential yet controversial rulers.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 145101807X
ISBN 13: 9781451018073
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 242
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the reign of Henry II Plantagenet, an influential English king whose reign is considered a transformative period in the shaping of medieval England. The author delves into Henry's life and his many roles as king, highlighting his impact on reforms in his kingdom. The author analyzes Henry's character, describing him as both an imposing king and a cunning ruler who used diplomacy to manage his vast empire. This book offers insights into the complexities of governance and international relations in medieval Europe, shedding light on Henry's role in shaping the legal, administrative, and political structures that would define England for centuries to come. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781451018073_0

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