Publisher's Synopsis
""A Short Account of Danegeld: With Some Further Particulars Relating to Will the Conqueror's Survey"" is a historical book written by Philip Carteret Webb in 1756. The book provides an overview of Danegeld, a tax imposed by the Anglo-Saxon kings to pay off Viking invaders, and its impact on the English economy during the Middle Ages. The author also discusses the Domesday Book, a survey commissioned by William the Conqueror to assess the wealth and resources of England after his conquest in 1066. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history, particularly the Norman Conquest and its aftermath. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
