Medieval Flanders

Cradle of northern Europe's later urban and industrial pre-eminence, medieval Flanders was a region of immense political and economic importance -- and already, as so often later, the battleground of foreign powers. Yet this book is, remarkably, the first comprehensive modern history of the region. Within the framework of a clear political narrative, it presents a vivid portrait of medieval Flemish life that will be essential reading for the medievalist -- and a boon for the many visitors to Bruges and Ghent eager for a better understanding of what they see.

• • Author: David Nicholas
• • Publisher: Routledge
• • Publication Date: Dec 01, 2014
• • Number of Pages: 480 pages
• • Language: English
• • Binding: Hardcover
• • ISBN-10: 1138836168
• • ISBN-13: 9781138836167