Description

The medieval landscape of Ireland was a complex, constantly shifting tapestry of overlapping legal jurisdictions, military frontiers, and cultural exchange. Government, War and Society in Medieval Ireland brings together premier medievalists to deliver an advanced, data-driven analysis of how power was structured and contested between the 12th and 15th centuries.

The volume looks deeply past simple battlefield dates to analyze the administrative machinery of the Dublin administration, the enforcement of early common law, the financing of colonial fortresses, and the fluid relationships between Anglo-Norman lords and native Gaelic chieftains. By drawing from state papers, parliamentary records, and early legal rolls, this book stands out for its accuracy, making it a crucial reference cornerstone for academic researchers.

Key research themes within this volume:

• Administrative Machine Focus: Details the collection of taxes, judicial circuits, and state governance within the medieval Pale.

• Frontier Warfare Dynamics: Explores the defensive engineering, hiring of mercenaries, and castle construction that defined regional conflicts.

• Elite Reference Quality: Designed specifically to meet the high standards of university departments, libraries, and archival collectors.