The Battle of Hastings and the Norman Conquest
The English Heritage (or similar educational institution/author typically associated with this guidebook series; specific author varies by English Heritage guidebook edition, often written by an assigned historian such as Christopher Gravett)
📚 Genre
Non-Fiction - History - British History - Medieval History
🏢 Publisher
English Heritage
📅 Publication Year
Circa 1980s-1990s (typical era for this specific style of English Heritage guidebook design)
🔢 ISBN
Not explicitly visible; standard English Heritage guidebooks from this era generally do not feature prominent ISBN barcodes on the cover, though specific editions carry individual ISBNs internally.
About This Book
An educational guidebook detailing the events, strategic movements, and aftermath of the pivotal 1066 Battle of Hastings and the subsequent Norman Conquest of England. The cover features an aerial photograph of Battle Abbey, founded by William the Conqueror, along with the crest of the two lions of Normandy and captions describing historical artifacts.
Book Details
Language
English
Pages
Approximately 32-48 pages
Edition
Standard Paperback Guidebook Edition
Series
English Heritage Official Handbook Series, standalone site guidebook
Target Audience
General Audience, History Enthusiasts, Tourists visiting Battle Abbey
Collector Information
Condition
Good. The cover shows minor fading and edge wear, light creasing typical of softcover historical site guidebooks, but overall clean with intact binding and clear text.
Estimated Value
$5-$15
Rarity
Common. These guidebooks were printed in large quantities for visitors to English Heritage properties and are widely available on the secondhand market.
Historical Significance
Serves as an accessible, authoritative historical overview produced directly by the organization managing the historic site of the Battle of Hastings (Battle Abbey), contributing to public education regarding medieval English history.
Collector Notes
Mainly of interest to site-specific souvenir collectors or medieval history enthusiasts. Preserve away from direct sunlight to prevent cover fading. Value remains low and stable as these are mass-produced educational guidebooks rather than rare antiquarian texts.
Similar Books
1666: Year of Conquest by David Howarth; The Norman Conquest by Marc Morris; 1066: The Year of the Conquest by C.W. Hollister; The Battle of Hastings by M.K. Lawson
Notable Features
Features official English Heritage aerial photography, historical manuscript illustrations, and the arms of Normandy.