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Thomas Becket and His World

Thomas Becket and His World - Medieval Lives

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Publisher's Synopsis

A life of England's most famous martyr, rooted in the currents of twelfth-century Europe.
 
This book explores the turbulent life and violent death of Thomas Becket, one of the most controversial figures in the Middle Ages: a London merchant's son turned royal chancellor, an archbishop of Canterbury turned martyred saint. Michael Staunton looks at Becket's complex and contested legacy, drawing from the bishop's writings as well as those of his contemporaries.
 
Based on extensive research, this account offers a fresh perspective on Thomas Becket's life and places him within the broader landscape of twelfth-century England and Europe-a time of rapid change and conflict. The book is perfect for anyone wanting to learn more about a pivotal figure in medieval history.

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Reaktion Books

Reaktion originally focused on the fields of art, architecture and design - its first book was Ian Hamilton Finlay: A Visual Primer by Yves Abrioux. In recent years Reaktion's list has broadened substantially, and now also encompasses animal studies, Asian art and culture, biography, cultural studies, current events, fashion, film, food history, geography, general history, music, philosophy, photography, politics, sports history and travel writing. Reaktion now produces around 80 new titles each year, and has about 600 titles in print.

Book information

ISBN: 9781836390701
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Imprint: Reaktion Books
Pub date:
DEWEY: 942.031092
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 216
Weight: 518g
Height: 222mm
Width: 148mm
Spine width: 22mm