Introduction -- Monastic England and Wales at dissolution -- The destruction and asset stripping of the religious houses -- The dispersal and acquisition of monastic property -- Avenues for common opportunity -- The conversion to domestic use -- New landscapes of leisure -- Concluding remarks -- Notes -- Bibliography -- Index.
Summary:
"This book provides a timely and original overview of the Dissolution of the Monasteries and its longer term affects on the social and physical landscape of England and Wales during the decades that followed. Whilst primarily focusing on archaeological material, the book also encompasses a range of diverse historical sources. It is aimed at students and scholars seeking an introduction to the main debates surrounding the Dissolution, as well as providing original in-depth case studies to illustrate these"-- Provided by publisher.
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