Author: Marjorie & C. H. B. Quennell
Binding: Hardback
Published: B. T. Batsford Ltd, 1957

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: chipping on spine, some foxing on block

This historical account, A History Of Everyday Things In England: Volume I, 1066 To 1499, chronicles the fascinating evolution of daily life across medieval England. It meticulously details the customs, tools, and social structures that shaped the experiences of ordinary people from the Norman Conquest through the close of the 15th century. The narrative presents a vivid tableau of domesticity, work, and leisure, illustrating how advancements in technology and shifts in culture profoundly impacted the populace. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the material world and societal norms that defined this pivotal era.