Christopher Dyer Boeken

Focusing on the years around 1500, this work offers a significant contribution to economic and social history through new evidence and analytical methods. It presents a fresh perspective by centering on John Heritage, an individual whose story illuminates the complexities of this enigmatic period. The narrative engages with historical themes, providing insights into the social dynamics and economic conditions of the time.

Focusing on the intricacies of medieval English society, this revised edition delves into the social structures, cultural norms, and daily life of the era. It offers insights into the roles of various classes, the influence of the church, and the impact of historical events on societal development. The book combines scholarly research with engaging narratives, making it a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of life during medieval times.

Focusing on the large church estate of Worcester, this historical account explores its evolution from its foundation through to the Reformation. It delves into the dynamics between lords and peasants, highlighting the socio-economic changes and the impact of religious shifts on the community. The narrative provides insight into the complexities of medieval society and the role of the church in shaping local governance and daily life.

Dramatic social and economic change during the middle ages altered the lives of the people of Britain in far-reaching ways, from the structure of their families to the ways they made their livings. This book presents a fresh view of the British economy from the ninth to the sixteenth century and an account of medieval life.

This text brings economic history to life by uncovering the human element to the transactions and class relations behind the medieval economy. It uses a wider range of sources than conventionally found in economic histories: literary sources, landscape history and archaeology.

This work captures the day-to-day experience of people in the Middle Ages - the houses and settlements in which they lived, the food they ate, their trading, and their social relationships