The Decline of English feudalism, 1215–1540

Manchester University Press

1968

XII, 335 p.

Introduction: the nature of English feudalism. The consequences of feudal tenure. The struggle over freedom of alienation, 1215-1327. The origins and development of uses. The decline of feudal incidents. The royal prerogative, 1461-1529: the beginnings of recovery. The royal prerogative, 1529-1540: from victory to compromise. Conclusions. Appendix I: Quia Emptores and 'bastard feudalism'. Appendix II: Uses recorded in inquisitions Post Mortem, 1327-77

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