Bøger af Barbara Yorke

In the past, the early medieval history of England, Wales and Scotland has been considered separately for each province and the religion of each area has been studied in isolation from its society and politics.

A survey of the six major Anglo-Saxon kingdoms - Kent, the East Saxons, the East Angles, Northumbria, Mercia and Wessex - and their royal families, examining the most recent research in this field. This work covers the strategies of rule and the dynamics of change in the office of king.

Formby & Freshfield Through Time is a unique insight into the illustrious history of this part of the country. Reproduced in full colour, this is an exciting examination of the area, the famous streets and the famous faces, and what they meant to the local people throughout the 19th and into the 20th Century. Looking beyond the exquisite exterior of these well-kept photos, readers can see the historical context in which they are set. Through the author's factual captions for every picture, and carefully-selected choice of images, the reader can achieve a reliable view of the area's history. There is something for everyone here, whether they have lived here all their lives, or whether they are just visiting for the first time. It also shows how photography has continually evolved to keep up with an ever changing society.

Fresh assessments of Edgar's reign, reappraising key elements using documentary, coin, and pictorial evidence.

A detailed examination of a distinctive group of female religious communities, founded by royal families in Anglo-Saxon England, this title shows how some remarkable women were able both to run major religious houses and to intervene in contemporary family politics.

37 studies of the adoption of Christianity across northern Europe over1000 years, and the diverse reasons that drove the process.

A survey both of medieval biographical writings, and the problems of recovering medieval lives.

Wessex is central to the study of early medieval English history; it was the dynasty which created the kingdom of England. This volume uses archaeological and place-name evidence to present an authoritative account of the most significant of the English kingdoms.