The struggle for mastery
David Carpenter
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The struggle for mastery
Published
March 29, 2005
Publisher
Penguin (Non-Classics)
Pages
640
ISBN-13
9780140148244
ISBN-10
0140148248
Description
"The years from 1066 - marking the Norman conquest of England - to 1284 - when the English conquered Wales - were momentous ones in the history of Britain. In this comprehensive synthesis canvasing the peoples, economics, religion, languages and political leadership of medieval Britain, David Carpenter weaves together the histories of England, Scotland, and Wales. Arguing that English domination of the kingdom was by no means a foregone conclusion, Carpenter analyzes the multiple struggles for mastery of Great Britain. He explains why English monarchs focused on continental landholdings more than the British islands and narrates the loss of Normandy, Anjou, and Acquitaine. In the process, the creation of a new English identity from the Norman and Anglo-Saxon peoples emerges. He recounts how the Welsh kings strove to recover areas lost to the Normans and to assert dominion over one another, and how the kings of Scotland expanded their realm to create a united Scotland."--Jacket.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The struggle for mastery?
This edition of The struggle for mastery has approximately 640 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 The struggle for mastery?
For most readers, The struggle for mastery typically takes between 13h 20m and 8h 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 160,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 10h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 22 days • Estimated word count: 160,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The struggle for mastery?
The estimated word count for The struggle for mastery is approximately 160,000 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.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The struggle for mastery?
The struggle for mastery was written by David Carpenter.
When was The struggle for mastery published?
The publication date for this specific edition is March 29, 2005. The original work may have been published on a different date.