Edward A. Freeman

William the Conqueror (Barnes & Noble Digital Library) (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Published in 1888, this slim biography of William the Conqueror inaugurated the Twelve English Statesmen series. As Freeman notes in his Preface: "There is perhaps no man before or after him whose personal character and personal will have had so direct an effect on the . . . laws and constitution of England."

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Barnes & Noble
• Seitenzahl: 214
• Altersempfehlung: ab 0 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. März 2011
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781411445772
• Artikelnr.: 50390437

Autorenporträt

Edward Augustus Freeman (1823-1892) was a distinguished English historian, architectural historian, and commentator on contemporary politics known for his analytical approach to history and his contributions to the study of medieval Europe. His historical writing is characterized by a narrative style that weaves architecture, customs, and politics into a comprehensive socio-historical tapestry. One of Freeman's notable works includes 'William the Conqueror' which provides an in-depth exploration of the life and legacy of the Norman king who successfully claimed the English throne in 1066. Freeman's depiction of the Conqueror's life is enriched by his methodological rigor and attention to detail, as he delves into the backgrounds of feudal society and nascent political institutions of the time. His scholarship frequently involved meticulous research and a dedication to primary sources, distinguishing his historical interpretations from his contemporaries. Freeman was known to give equal weight to cultural context and material artifacts like buildings and landscapes in understanding the past, an approach that prefigured later interdisciplinary methods in historical studies. Although his works reflect the outlook and preconceptions of his own Victorian era, they remain significant for their breadth of research and commitment to understanding the complexities of history.