| Author |
Zimmern, Helen, 1846-1934 |
| LoC No. |
04017619
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| Title |
The Hansa Towns
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Delphine Lettau, Melissa McDaniel, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Hansa Towns" by Helen Zimmern is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the significance and history of the Hanseatic League, a powerful medieval trading alliance of cities across Northern Europe. It chronicles the rise and fall of the League, exploring its impact on trade, governance, and the evolution of society in Germany and surrounding regions. The opening of the book establishes the historical context, describing a time when Europe was fragmented under feudalism, and highlights the necessity of the Hanseatic League as a reaction against the lawlessness of the era. Zimmern portrays the League as a revolutionary entity that not only facilitated trade but also fostered a spirit of cooperation among cities for mutual protection. Through a series of events, including the challenges faced from external forces and internal strife, the narrative sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of the League's development from its emergence in the 13th century to its eventual decline. This foundational introduction serves to frame the historical exploration that follows, inviting readers to understand the complexities of medieval commerce and governance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany
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| Subject |
Hanseatic League
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
39664 |
| Release Date |
May 10, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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