Popular Protest in Late Medieval English Towns

Delve into the intricacies of urban unrest with Popular Protest in Late Medieval English Towns by Samuel Kline Cohn. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2012, this hardback edition spans an insightful 390 pages. Cohn's groundbreaking study uncovers the frequency and sophistication of popular protests in medieval English towns, challenging the notion that such movements were limited to rural areas.

Explore the diverse leadership, social composition, organization, and motivations behind these urban protests. Cohn reveals how the timing and nature of these events often differed from similar occurrences across the continent, providing a fresh perspective on social conditions in the United Kingdom during this pivotal period. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the dynamics of protest movements and medieval history.