The Closing of the Middle Ages?

This study looks at the period in its own right without treating it as an epilogue to the Middle Ages or a prelude to modern times.

Introduction. Part I: Kings and Kingship:. 1. Kings and Dynasties. 2. Neighbours. 3. Kingship. Part II: The Dimensions of Politics:. 4. Court and Council. 5. Country Politics. 6. Parliamentary and Popular Politics. Part III: Nation, Church, Law: . 7. Nationhood. 8. The Church. 9. The Law. Part IV: Economy:. 10. Social Order. 11. Market Economy. 12. Economic Development. Conclusions. Bibliography. Index.