Isbn: 9781333090319 - the north riding record society, vol. 2 (classic reprint): for the publication of original documents relating to the north riding of the county of york; the honor and forest of pickering (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of Pickering Forest, a royal hunting ground in the North Riding of Yorkshire. The author, a legal scholar, meticulously examines a collection of original documents dating back to the 13th and 14th centuries. The book reveals the complex social and economic realities of this unique landscape, exploring the intricate web of relationships between the King, the Earls of Lancaster, and the local inhabitants. The author carefully reconstructs the history of the forest, tracing its administration, the evolution of forest law, and the struggles over land ownership. Through a captivating narrative, the book explores themes of power, privilege, and the impact of changing social structures on the lives of those who lived and worked within the forest. The book offers a valuable insight into the history of English forest management and the interplay of social and political forces in shaping the landscape. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…