Norman Institutions (1918)

Norman Institutions is a book written by Charles Homer Haskins, first published in 1918. The book explores the various institutions and customs established by the Normans, a group of people who originated from Scandinavia and settled in Normandy, France. Haskins examines the impact of the Normans on the political, social, and cultural landscape of Europe, particularly in England, where they had a significant influence on the development of the English language and legal system. The book covers topics such as the Norman Conquest of England, the establishment of the Norman dynasty, the feudal system, the role of the church, and the emergence of the common law. Haskins draws on historical documents and primary sources to provide a detailed and informative account of the Normans and their impact on medieval Europe. The book is considered a classic in the field of medieval history and is recommended for anyone interested in the Norman period or medieval history in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.