Modelling the Middle Ages: The History and Theory of England's Economic Development

by John Hatcher, Mark Bailey

This book surveys the most influential theoretical approaches adopted for the study of medieval economy and society. It offers an accessible introduction to medieval economic history, an up-to-date critique of established models, and a succinct treatise on historiographical method.

Genres: History, Nonfiction, Economics, Medieval History

270 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2001

About the author

A specialist in the economic, social and demographic history of England from the middle ages to the eighteenth century, John Hatcher is Professor of Economic and Social History at Corpus Christi College, University of Cambridge.