Description

""English Rule in Gascony, 1199-1295: With Special References to the Towns"" is a historical book written by Frank Burr Marsh and published in 1912. The book focuses on the period of English rule in Gascony, a region in southwestern France, from 1199 to 1295. Marsh examines the political, social, and economic aspects of Gascony during this time, with a particular emphasis on the role of the towns in shaping the region's development.The book provides a detailed account of the relationship between the English crown and the Gascon towns, including the conflicts and alliances that arose between them. Marsh also explores the impact of English rule on the economy of Gascony, including the growth of trade and the emergence of new industries.Throughout the book, Marsh draws on a wide range of primary sources, including official documents, chronicles, and letters, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced picture of English rule in Gascony. He also includes maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the region and its towns.Overall, ""English Rule in Gascony, 1199-1295: With Special References to the Towns"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in medieval history, the history of France and England, or the development of urban societies in Europe.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.