Publisher's Synopsis
This book covers a rich and complex subject in one volume. Professor Nicholas examines the long-term factors of continuity, evolution and change throughout Europe. He discusses the social and economic aspects of medieval civilization, and looks at their links with political, institutional and cultural development.;This book meets the needs of the student and non-specialist alike in a single volume.;It avoids the over-simlifications usual in such broad ranging surveys and although it is a serious and sophisticated study, it is accessible to the beginner.;It also offers a balanced survey looking at the whole range of medieval experience from public administration and government at all levels to religion, education, the role of women, children and the family.;It sets Europe in its wider context, with extended sections on eg, Byzantium and the Islamic world.;The book is aimed at undergraduates and the informed general reader. It is suitable for courses in medieval history, European history and Western civilization.
