This text introduces pupils to the concepts of division and conflict in Wales and Britain in the year 1000. The book goes on to examine the impact of the Norman invasion, highlighting the political, social, cultural and economic consequences of their rule. It also provides detailed accounts of the relationship between the English kings and the Welsh princes, the role of the Church and the State, the impact of the Crusades and the upheavals of the 14th century. The book's conclusion reviews the main themes of the period and looks forward to the accession of Henry Tudor.

 

 

This book is part of a book series called Focus On Welsh History .

There are 64 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 1996 by Hodder Arnold .