The Expulsion of the Jews from England in 1290 offers a clear, accessible look at a turning point in English history and the life of medieval Jewish communities.
Set against the backdrop of laws, trade, and daily practice, it examines how isolation, religion, and pressure from rulers shaped a people and their world.
This edition traces why Jews faced expulsion, the economic roles they held, and how communities adapted under pressure. It also explores connections with broader European events, including trade networks, money lending, and the shifting patterns of urban life. The book emphasizes the balance between constraint and resilience in Jewish life before the expulsion.
- Learn how medieval commerce and charters shaped Jewish opportunity and risk
- See the legal framework that governed debt, usury, and contracts
- Discover daily life, crafts, and professions Jews pursued in Europe
- Understand how religion and identity influenced language, literature, and community bonds
Ideal for readers of medieval history, Jewish history, and those curious about how law, economy, and faith intersected in a pivotal era.