Towns and Local Communities in Medieval and Early Modern England

'All in all, this book confirms Palliser's position as our major urban historian in the pre-industrial period... Both he and his publishers are to be congratulated.' Economic History Review '... the essays gathered here provide a model of how urban history should be written.' Urban History ’Overall [...], this collection is well worth seeking out for anyone, specialist and non-specialist alike, with an interest in pre-modern urban history.’ Local Population Studies ’As a collection, the papers showcase a mastery of topographical and archaeological as well as documentary material; the net result is that, while the accent is firmly on urban history, there is more than enough to appeal to those interested in the broader evolution of townscapes... In summary, this excellent volume stands as an essential point of reference for scholars interested in all aspects of medieval urbanism.’ Landscape History ’[The papers] are smoothly written, highly readable, and reflect the author's profound understanding of town history and his insistence on urban continuities. This collection thus presents a distinguished contribution to regional history, effectively set in a wider context.’ Northern History ’This book brings together a very important collection of studies in urban history, ranging across political, social, economic and cultural aspects, and over the medieval and early modern periods... These essays show some of the many contributions that David Palliser has made towards our understanding of that importance.’ The Local Historian ’Anyone who wishes to explore the medieval and early modern urban environment will find Towns and Local Communities very useful. Palliser effectively presents historiography, theories, and arguments in myriad branches of urban studies... This collection of Palliser's work provides a thorough and understandable overview of medieval English urban history.’ Sixteenth Century Journal ’Almost every aspect of medieval urban