An illustrated introduction to everyday life in England between the Norman Conquest and the end of the Middle Ages. The guide explores the differences between rich and poor, describing the households of noble families, the work of peasants, the influence of monasteries and the development of towns. It examines clothing, food, leisure activities, castles, religious life and social customs. Historical illustrations and examples from surviving buildings help reconstruct the society, traditions and living conditions of medieval England.

Rupert Willoughby

Life in Medieval England 1066-1485