The Peasants' Revolt of 1381

`An excellent selection of sources for the rebellion.' Bibliographies Handbook One of the most famous and dramatic episodes in English history, the great revolt of 1381 is still a largely unsolved mystery. The new edition of this lengthy and detailed collection of original documents provides a basic handbook to the story, significance and problems of the English Peasants' Revolt of 1381.

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Edited By R.B. Dobson

Inhalt

Introduction to the First Edition - Introduction to the Second Edition - The Background to the Peasants' Revolt - The Three Poll Taxes and the Outbreak of Revolt - The Rebels in London, 13-15 June 1381 - The Rising in the Eastern Counties - Elsewhere in England - Suppression and Survival - Interpretations of the Peasants' Revolt - Bibliography - Index