Essays and Research Papers on England (Before 1700)

The Northern European Renaissance : A 5 page paper in which the writer examines the Northern European Renaissance through the works of Jan van Eyck, Rogier van der Weyden, and Pietr Brueghel the Elder. Bibliography lists 4 sources. BBNoEuropRen.doc

This 32 page paper considers the way in which the Christian church has impacted on the development of Europe, socially, economically and political. It has been the direct and indirect influence of the church that created the current countries and the political framework. This same influence also changed and developed the social structures, leading the ...

A 5 page paper discussing the cause of the intellectual changes that occurred during the renaissance period in Europe. Many people have stated that the cause of these changes was due to the education and knowledge available through the monasteries of that time, but the monasteries were limited to the texts they contained. Their exposure ...

A 3 page overview of the impacts these warriors had on the world, particularly on Western Europe. The author emphasizes that while the Vikings are often remembered in a negative light they also had positive impacts on the regions they invaded. Bibliography lists two sources.

An 8 page paper which examines Wyatt’s Rebellion in 1554. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A paper which looks at henges and other ancient monuments in Britain and considers what can be deduced about Bronze Age people and social organisation from investigation into the construction of the monuments and the archaeological finds made at digs at related sites, such as the long and round barrow burial mounds associated with these ...

A 5 page paper which examines the relationship between King Henry VIII and Sir Thomas More, wherein More was killed by Henry VIII for essentially disagreeing with the king. The paper presents an examination of Henry VIII and an examination of More and then argues that King Henry VIII was not justified in executing Sir ...

A 10 page paper which presents hypothetical journal entries of a teenager in Elizabethan Times. No sources cited.

This 8 page paper considers the different suitors and potential lovers of Queen Elizabeth I, also known as the Virgin Queen, examining considers why she never married. Suitors such as Thomas Seymour and Robert Dudley are considers as well as Philip II of Spain and many others. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 3 page paper explores the middle ages. Were the dark ages really dark? Various questions are explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

9 pages in length. Self-preservation is a core component of human survival; in order for man to withstand threats to self and society, tools were necessary in order to outmaneuver the opposition. Medieval England has a rich and extensive arsenal of weaponry and siege engines that were instrumental in the many battles engaged ...

This 5 page paper considers how ships became more commercially efficient during this period. The writer includes the development of the stern rudder, lateen sails, cogs and caravels through to carrack and galleons. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses Stonehenge and examines how excavations have been, and can, prove beneficial to the development of archaeology. While over-excavating can prove incredibly harmful to this historical site, if done properly much may be learned. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page paper explains the reasons usually given for the collapse. A new way of looking at this time of history is also relayed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

5 pages in length. Richard II was not the most popular of British monarchs, nor did he take the throne at a very opportune time. The combination of Black Death, an epidemic that took the lives of nearly one-half of the entire population, and Richard's inability to lead with any political prowess cost ...

A 7 page paper which looks at the historically accurate man who legend called King Arthur. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines “A World Lit Only by Fire” by William Manchester. The paper examines the political and religious status quo of the time, and the Reformation which Manchester refers to as “The Shattering.” No additional sources cited.

A 6 page paper which examines the thesis in The Bewitching of Anne Gunter by James Sharpe. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page paper which examines the role of the Romans, Saxons, Vikings, and Normans in the early development of London. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper is written in two parts. The first part considers he background, causes, course and consequences of the English Civil War (1625-1649, the second part looks at t he concept of Puritanism and how it contributed to the founding of American Colonies. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the historical changes made by the director in order to appeal to the audience. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page summary and review of Christopher Hill’s “Century of Revolution, 1603-1714” which outlines some of the conditions in 17th century Europe. No additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper examines the impact of the colonial rule and orientalism over the development of Middle Eastern politics particularly in terms of state formation, nationalism and economic development. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

10 pages in length. After a century as Danish plunder of England, Canute came to the throne. He was also the king of Denmark and Sweden but held a special fondness for England. His reign was peaceful and prosperous for England. Canute's life and work are discussed. Bibliography included.

This 6 page research paper describes the life of a typical member of Elizabethan society. Specifically discussed are Elizabethan work, play, food, drink, fashions, hairstyles and amusements. Bibliography lists 7 sources.