Manorialism: Unlocking the Past, a Journey into the Intriguing World of Manorialism

By Fouad Sabry

What is Manorialism

During the Middle Ages, the method of land ownership that was prevalent in some regions of Europe, most notably France and later England, was known as manorialism. This system is often referred to as seigneurialism, the manor system, or the manorial system. One of its distinguishing characteristics was a huge manor house that was often fortified. Within this manor house, the lord of the manor and his dependents lived and controlled a rural estate. Additionally, there was a population of laborers or serfs who worked the land from the surrounding area in order to provide for themselves and the master. At first, these workers satisfied their commitments by providing their services in the form of labor time or in-kind produce; later, as the level of commercial activity expanded, they were compensated with currency. Part of the feudal regime was the practice of manorialism.

How you will benefit

(I) Insights, and validations about the following topics:

Chapter 1: Manorialism

Chapter 2: Feudalism

Chapter 3: Copyhold

Chapter 4: Peasant

Chapter 5: Serfdom

Chapter 6: Open-field system

Chapter 7: Seigneurial system of New France

Chapter 8: Vassal

Chapter 9: Lord of the manor

Chapter 10: Knight's fee

Chapter 11: Tenant-in-chief

Chapter 12: Demesne

Chapter 13: Reeve (England)

Chapter 14: Banalit

Chapter 15: Manorial court

Chapter 16: Villein

Chapter 17: History of English land law

Chapter 18: Feudalism in England

Chapter 19: History of serfdom

Chapter 20: Feudal duties

Chapter 21: Dispute between Darnhall and Vale Royal Abbey

(II) Answering the public top questions about manorialism.

(III) Real world examples for the usage of manorialism in many fields.

Who this book is for

Professionals, undergraduate and graduate students, enthusiasts, hobbyists, and those who want to go beyond basic knowledge or information for any kind of Manorialism.

• Language: English
• Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
• Release date: Feb 1, 2024

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