Fight for Status and Privilege in Late Medieval and Early Modern Castile, 1465–1598

Explore the intricate dynamics of social hierarchy in "Fight for Status and Privilege in Late Medieval and Early Modern Castile, 1465–1598" by Michael J. Crawford. Published by Pennsylvania State University Press in 2018, this compelling book spans 256 pages, delving into the legal privileges tied to status and class in premodern Spain. Crawford meticulously investigates the conflicts and resistance surrounding the status of hidalgo during the tumultuous fifteenth and sixteenth centuries in Castile.

Through a rich analysis of politics and government, this work provides a fascinating insight into the lives of the nobility and the societal structures that defined their existence. Ideal for historians, students, and anyone interested in the complexities of Spanish history, this book is a must-read for those seeking to understand the interplay of status and privilege in historical contexts.