The Medieval Village (Dover Books on History, Political and Social Science) [Paperback]

G. G. Coulton (Author)

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Series: Dover Books on History, Political and Social Science | Publication Date: June 1, 1989

Renowned medievalist offers exceptionally detailed, comprehensive and vivid picture of medieval peasant life, including nature of serfdom, manorial customs, village discipline, peasant revolts, the Black Death, justice, tithing, games and dance, much more. Much on exploitation of peasant classes. "...a remarkable book..." — Times (London) Literary Supplement.

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Coulton was a talented populariser of medieval history. In this 1925 book he examines the workings of the European village, and how it was controlled by its lay or ecclesiastical lords. By using a wide range of original sources he discusses all aspects of the lives of ordinary people. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 603 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications (June 1, 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 048626002X
• ISBN-13: 978-0486260020
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.4 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,899,737 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2.0 out of 5 stars Written in 1925 language, October 29, 2010

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This review is from: The Medieval Village (Dover Books on History, Political and Social Science) (Paperback)

This is a very wordy description of Medieval villages. I found the language to be obtuse and the descriptions overly lengthy. It took me a long time to slog through it. The material could have been presented in a much more logical way.