Restoration and Reform, 1153}}}1165 Recovery from Civil War in England [Paperback]

A revisionary examination of the early years of the reign of Henry II, following civil war in England.This book, covering the close of Stephen's reign (1135 54) and the early phase of Henry II's (1154 89), examines the government of England in the aftermath of civil war. It suggests that the extent of 'anarchy' under Stephen has been exaggerated and that there was much administrative continuity from one reign to the next. Previous studies of Henry II's government have often neglected his earliest years, but here there is a reassessment of the significance of financial and judicial measures during 1163 65, as 'restoration' gave way to 'reform'.This book, covering the close of Stephen's reign (1135 54) and the early phase of Henry II's (1154 89), examines the government of England in the aftermath of civil war. It suggests that the extent of 'anarchy' under Stephen has been exaggerated and that there was much administrative continuity from one reign to the next. Previous studies of Henry II's government have often neglected his earliest years, but here there is a reassessment of the significance of financial and judicial measures during 1163 65, as 'restoration' gave way to 'reform'.This book, covering the close of Stephen's reign (1135-54) and the early phase of Henry II's (1154-89), examines the government of England in the aftermath of civil war. It suggests that the extent of anarchy under Stephen has been exaggerated and that there was much administrative continuity from one reign to the next. Previous studies of Henry II's government have often neglected his earliest years, but here there is a reassessment of the significance of financial and judicial measures during 1163-65, as restoration gave way to reform. Preface; List of abbreviations; 1. The political context; 2. The governance of England during Stephen's reign; 3. Personnel and property; 4. Financial recovery; 5. The administration of justice; 6. Conclusion; Appendices; Bibliography; Index. ...a well£,