Stephenson, David

Patronage and Power in the Medieval Welsh March: One Family's Story

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ISBN 13:: 9781786838186
author:: Stephenson, David
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: University of Wales Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2022
Pages:: 160
Dimensions:: 21.4 x 13.6 x 1 centimetres (0.2
Genre:: History, Europe, Great Britain,
Condition:: New
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Patronage and Power in the Medieval Welsh March presents an in-depth account of a single Welsh family from the thirteenth to the fifteenth century. Their rise to prominence was facilitated by the patronage of great lords, who helped them become influential figures in Wales and England.

Through their varied careers and paths through society, this family's story sheds new light on medieval Welsh society. They played a significant role in shaping the social and political landscape of their time, often walking a fine line between prosperity and danger.

This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of medieval Wales, revealing that Welsh society may have been more open than previously thought. By exploring the story of this one family, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the period's history and culture.

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