The Norman Kingdom of Sicily (Cambridge Medieval Textbooks) | 
 enlarge | Author: Donald Matthew
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Category: Book
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Pages: 440
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Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 5.5 x 1.2
ISBN: 0521269113
Dewey Decimal Number: 945.804
EAN: 9780521269117
ASIN: 0521269113
Publication Date: July 31, 1992
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Product Description
This book is an introductory account of the kingdom of Sicily established in 1130 by Roger II, a "Norman" king, and ruled by Roger, his son, and grandsons until 1194 when the kingdom was conquered by his son-in-law, Henry VI of Hohenstaufen. The period covered does, however, extend from 1130 to 1266, when the kingdom passed from the Hohenstaufen heirs to Charles of Anjou, which is roughly as long and as coherent as the "Norman" monarchy of England between 1066 and 1204.
Book Description
An introductory account of the kingdom of Sicily established in 1130 by Roger II, a "Norman" king, and ruled by him, his son and grandsons until 1194 when the kingdom was conquered by his son-in-law, Henry VI of Hohenstaufen.
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Excellent. Did The Renaissance Start Here? April 8, 2006
Steve Guardala (Land Of The Dying Gaul!!!)
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
On the whole I agree with the first reviewer on the book in its totality. I found that chapters 1-3,6, and 10-12 were the most informative. The last chapter on the Norman legacy could be a book unto itself. This is a fascinating book on several levels. The author displays great dexterity in showing how this multi-ethnic and multi-religious Kingdom grew, and prospered for decades. The abilities of the Normans and the talents of the very different populations appear to have been largely complimentary. The reader occasionally will ask themselves, "did the Renaissance start here?" br / br /Sadly, for the kingdom and perhaps Europe in general? What may have been a tolerant model state could not survive their many external enemies and their own weak leaders after the death of Manfred. I would also recommend Barbara M. Kreutz' "Before The Normans," since it deals with the culture conditions before the arrival of the Normans. The compare contrast aspects between the two are good reading for any teacher, student, or history buff.
A synthetic resource April 17, 2000
27 out of 27 found this review helpful
Matthew's history is precise and helpful in arranging the massive amounts of information lying in archives throughout the whole of southern Italy and Sicily. His command of the languages necessary to conducting scholarship in this field is nothing short of extraordinary, and preceisely what Medieval Italian studies needs. His ability to synchronize the material into some navigable whole is easily seen almost every chapter. The only area which seemed a little lackluster was the art and religion chapter. I would have liked to see a little more information regarding the place of Norman art and architecture related to the Byzantine Empire, Venice and the West. However, I haven't run across so detailed a history yet, and will continue to use Matthew's book as a staple reference tool in the future.
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