Summary:
Each volume provides a wide-ranging overview of the period it covers. Although emphasis is clearly on political history, the major issues affecting the economy, society, religion, culture and ideas are also given appropriate treatment. Sufficient detail is included to ensure that a sound basic knowledge and understanding is acquired.
This title provides an accessible introduction to the Tudor period. Key issues and important developments such as religious change, the changing social structure and the nature of government are examined and placed in relation to the wider European background. Specific events and crises in government are related to the long-term evolution and development of Tudor government and society.
- Concise and readable introductions to major issues in British, European and world history.
- Contains the new series features.
- Incorporates the latest historical interpretations of themes and events.
- Includes up-to-date study guides, reflecting the new specifications.
About the Author(s):
Angela Anderson and Tony Imperato are both experienced authors of history textbooks. Angela lives in Cornwall and Tony lives in Scunthorpe.
Reviews:
Well organised, readable, clear, good definitions of concepts and biographical outlines.
Mr A Brooke, Peterborough Regional College
Succinct, well signposted, well laid out, accessible.
Mr P Lunn, University of Northumbria