The social history of Britain is a fascinating subject, with numerous changes and developments taking place over the centuries. George Gordon Coulton's book provides a detailed examination of key moments and trends in British social life, from the Norman Conquest to the Reformation. The book also explores the impact of economic, political, and religious factors on social structures and relationships. Coulton's engaging prose and attention to detail make this a compelling read for anyone interested in British history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.