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The Norman Conquest by Marc Morris is a captivating exploration of one of the most transformative events in British history, praised as 'suitably epic' by esteemed historian Dan Snow. This bestselling narrative invites readers to embark on an extraordinary journey with an ambitious French duke who boldly challenged the mightiest kingdom in Christendom.
Through meticulous research, Morris unravels the tumultuous events that led to the historic Battle of Hastings in 1066 and the chaotic aftermath that forever reshaped England. This compelling work provides a thorough examination of:
Praised for its 'vim, vigour, and narrative urgency' by Dan Jones of the Sunday Times, this book offers a fresh, modern perspective on the Normans in England. It captures the essence of how the Norman Conquest fundamentally altered every aspect of English society, influencing language, law, architecture, and everyday life.
Beyond its rich historical context, Morris’ award-winning account fills a crucial gap in our understanding of this epoch-making period. Readers will appreciate the vital connections and lasting impacts of the Norman Conquest as this narrative brings the past vividly to life.
ISBN: | 9780099537441 |
Author: | Marc Morris |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Windmill Books |
Publisher: | Cornerstone |
Dimensions: | 197 x 127 x 36 mm |
Publication Date: | 07 March, 2013 |
Pagination: | 464 pages |
Weight: | 428g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’