Modelling the Middle Ages: The History and Theory of England's Economic Development (Hardcover)

Product Description
This book surveys the most influential theoretical approaches adopted for the study of medieval economy and society. It offers an accessible introduction to medieval economic history, an up-to-date critique of established models, and a succinct treatise on historiographical method.

About the Author
John Hatcher is at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge. Mark Bailey is at Leeds Grammar School.

Contents
Figures xii
Table xii
Abbreviations xiii
1 Methods and Models 1
2 Population and Resources 21
3 Class Power and Property Relations 66
4 Commercialization, Markets, and Technology 121
5 The Importance of Time and Place 174
6 Beyond the Classic Supermodels 208
Guide to Further Reading 241
Index 251