The year 1066 is one of the most important dates in the history of the Western world: the year William the Conqueror defeated the English at the Battle of Hastings and changed England and the English forever. The events leading to-and following-this turning point in history are shrouded in mystery. Distorted by the biased accounts written by a subjugated people; many believe it was the English who ultimately won the battle; since the Normans became assimilated into the English way of life. Drawing on a wealth of contemporary sources; David Howarth gives us memorable portraits of the kings: Edward the Confessor; Harold of England; William of Normandy; as well as the leading political figures of the time. Howarth describes the English commoners: how they worked; fought; died; and how they perceived the overthrow of their world from their isolated shires.
#1562380 in Books 1999-07-14Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x .75 x 6.00l; #File Name: 0139567569362 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Scavenger HuntBy Constance ColeMuch of this is opinion and not very useful for primary data. The primary data cited always has a back story. The opinion is interesting but the sources do not always back it up. Unfortunately used in numerous contemporary sources. Another scavenger hunt for truth.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Customeramazing book full of info0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. What a Read!By Nazru DeenThis people's history of North America is an eye-opener! Follow up with 1491 and 1493 and you'll really have a perspective of the history of North America which is very different from what you learned in your high school!
