Domesday Book: Or The Great Survey Of England Of William The Conqueror, 1086 (1862) - Paperback

by H. James (Author)

Domesday Book: Or The Great Survey Of England Of William The Conqueror, 1086 (1862) is a historical book written by H. James. The book is a comprehensive account of the Domesday Book, which was a survey of England conducted by William the Conqueror in 1086. The survey was conducted in order to assess the wealth and resources of England, and to determine the amount of taxes that could be levied on the population. The book provides a detailed description of the contents of the Domesday Book, including the information that was collected and the methods used to collect it. It also includes a discussion of the historical context in which the survey was conducted, including the Norman Conquest of England and the political and social changes that followed. In addition to its historical content, the book also includes a number of illustrations and maps that help to bring the survey to life. These include maps of England during the time of the survey, as well as illustrations of the people and places that were described in the Domesday Book. Overall, Domesday Book: Or The Great Survey Of England Of William The Conqueror, 1086 (1862) is an important historical work that provides a fascinating insight into the Norman Conquest of England and the early history of the country. It is a valuable resource for historians, students, and anyone with an interest in the history of England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.