Publisher's Synopsis
Memorials of London and London Life, in the Thirteenth, Fourteenth, and Fifteenth Centuries is a historical book written by Henry Thomas Riley and published in 1868. The book is a collection of documents, letters, and other primary sources that provide a glimpse into the daily life of London and its inhabitants during the 13th, 14th, and 15th centuries. The book is divided into three parts, each covering a different century. The first part covers the 13th century and includes documents such as the Magna Carta, which was signed in 1215 and established the principle of the rule of law. The second part covers the 14th century and includes documents such as the Black Death, which ravaged Europe in the mid-1300s. The third part covers the 15th century and includes documents such as the Wars of the Roses, which were a series of civil wars fought in England between the House of Lancaster and the House of York.Throughout the book, Riley provides commentary and analysis of the documents, helping readers to understand the historical context and significance of each one. He also includes illustrations and maps to further enhance the reader's understanding of London and its history.Overall, Memorials of London and London Life, in the Thirteenth, Fourteenth, and Fifteenth Centuries is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of London and the Middle Ages. It provides a fascinating look into the daily lives of Londoners during this time period and sheds light on the political, social, and economic forces that shaped the city and its people.Being A Series Of Extracts, Local, Social, And Political, From The Early Archives Of The City Of London, 1276-1419.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.
