Church at War: The Military Activities of Bishops, Abbots and Other Clergy in England, c. 900-1200

Discover the intriguing intersection of faith and warfare in "Church at War: The Military Activities of Bishops, Abbots and Other Clergy in England, c. 900-1200" by Taylor & Francis Ltd. This comprehensive study, published in 2019 and spanning 320 pages, delves into the roles of clergy who participated in military activities during a transformative period in English history.

Explore the motivations behind these clerical warriors: who engaged in battle, when they did so, and the means by which they participated. The book challenges the notion of a singular archetypal militant prelate, illustrating instead the diverse responses and actions of the clergy in times of conflict. A must-read for historians and enthusiasts alike, this insightful work sheds light on the complexities of religious authority and military involvement in medieval England.