Courting disaster
Hilary M. Carey
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Courting disaster
Published
1992
Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Pages
282
ISBN-10
0312067232
Description
This book, based on previously unexplored manuscript material, explains the role played by astrology in late medieval England. Having discovered horoscopes relating to English monarchs from Edward II to Edward V, Hilary Carey shows how astrology fought hard in this period to retain some kind of academic respectability, while in the end becoming overwhelmed by the dangerous politics of the late medieval court. In its glory, astrology shared in and contributed to the brightness of the magnificent courts of Charles V of France, Richard II of England and the Lancastrian usurpers who followed him. By the mid-fifteenth century, however, it had become a risky occupation which nevertheless dramatically increased in demand and influence, first at court and ultimately at all levels of society.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Courting disaster?
This edition of Courting disaster has approximately 282 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Courting disaster?
For most readers, Courting disaster typically takes between 5h 53m and 3h 55m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 70,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 42m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 70,500 words
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What is the word count of Courting disaster?
The estimated word count for Courting disaster is approximately 70,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Courting disaster?
Courting disaster was written by Hilary M. Carey.
When was Courting disaster published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1992. The original work may have been published on a different date.