Swein Forkbeard's Invasions and the Danish Conquest of England, 991-1017

Howard, Ian

ISBN 10: 0851159281 / ISBN 13: 9780851159287

Edité par Boydell Press, Woodbridge, 2003

204pp hardback black boards gilt in wrapper, private bookplate, (Warfare in History, 15). N° de réf. du vendeur 077564

Synopsis :

From the battle of Maldon in 991 during the reign of Æethelred (the Unready), England was invaded by Scandinavian armies of increasing size and ferocity. Swein Forkbeard, king of Denmark, played a significant part in these invasions, which culminated in the domination of England and the long reign of his son, Cnut. This analysis of the invasions demonstrates beyond doubt that Æthelred's relationship with the Scandinavian armies was more complex and more interesting than has been supposed. It is equally apparent that Swein was a sophisticated politician who laid the foundations for a great northern empire. Factors leading to the invasions and conquest are investigated through the sources, the itineraries of the Scandinavian armies are plotted, the chronology of events analysed, and the economic background explained.

À propos de l'auteur: Ian Howard has returned to medieval history after a professional career spent elsewhere. He has produced research papers on several aspects of 10th-11th century history.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Swein Forkbeard's Invasions and the Danish ...
Éditeur : Boydell Press, Woodbridge
Date d'édition : 2003
Reliure : Hardcover
Etat : Very Good
Etat de la jaquette : Very Good
Edition : 1st Edition