Reid, Norman H.
Alexander III
- ISBN 13:
- 9781910900222
- author:
- Reid, Norman H.
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- John Donald Short Run Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 24.5 x 16.5 x 3.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Medieval, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Alexander III, 1249-1286 First Among Equals by Norman H. Reid is a study that challenges the traditional view of Scottish medieval kingship. It presents a fresh perspective on the reign of Alexander III, who ruled Scotland during a period of relative peace and prosperity. This book fills a significant gap in the historiography of medieval Scotland, offering a new understanding of the nature of state and government under his rule. By examining Alexander III's reign, the author reveals that the relationships between ruler and subject were quite different from the previous 'received view'. The result is a nuanced portrayal of Scotland at the end of a period of sustained peace and development. The book provides a unique insight into the medieval state as it really was, on the cusp of a dynastic catastrophe that would lead to economic and political disaster.
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