The Early Dated Coins Of Europe 1234 1500

Dr Tainter describes nearly two dozen cases of collapse and reviews more than 2000 years of explanations. He then develops a new and far-reaching theory.

Covering the period from the fall of the Roman Empire through to the beginnings of the Renaissance, this is an indispensable volume which brings the complex and colourful history of the Middle Ages to life. Key features: * geographical coverage extends to the broadest definition of Europe from the Atlantic coast to the Russian steppes * each map approaches a separate issue or series of events in Medieval history, whilst a commentary locates it in its broader context * as a body, the maps provide a vivid representation of the development of nations, peoples and social structures. With over 140 maps, expert commentaries and an extensive bibliography, this is the essential reference for those who are striving to understand the fundamental issues of this period.

Compiled, written and researched by popular Coin and Banknote Magazine contributor, Ian McConnelly, this book is a 'must have' for all Australian Pre-Decimal variety collectors. This is the new 3rd edition.

A history of ancient literary culture told through the quantitative facts of canon, geography, and scale.