England During the Dark Ages

Originally published in 1895 as the first book of "A History of the English People", this excellent introduction begins with the English conquest of Britain in 449 and spans through the Viking invasions to the Norman conquest at the end of the 11th century.
Complete with maps and illustrations the work reveals the momentous events that were occurring in England during the Dark Ages.

Contents:
THE ENGLISH CONQUEST OF BRITAIN 449-577
THE ENGLISH KINGDOMS 577-796
WESSEX AND THE VIKINGS 796-947
FEUDALISM AND THE MONARCHY 954-1071