Domesday Book: A Complete Translation — Penguin Classics
Penguin Classics’ Domesday Book: A Complete Translation presents the Great and Little Domesday in English. Its 1,456-page length makes it a substantial reference for readers researching eleventh-century England, rather than a short introduction.
At a glance
- A complete translation of Great and Little Domesday, according to the listing.
- The publisher description presents the text as both a legal record and a portrait of England in the late eleventh century.
- Customer feedback describes it as a useful research reference and notes explanations of archaic wording.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The complete-translation scope suits readers seeking a substantial primary-source reference rather than selected extracts.
- The English text and reported explanations of archaic wording may make this historical record more approachable to researchers.
Cons
- At 1,456 pages and a listed 1.4 kg, it is a substantial volume to handle and carry.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Penguin Classics |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 30 Oct. 2003 |
| Edition | Later Edition reprint |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 1456 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0141439947 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0141439945 |
| Dimensions | 6.27 x 15.65 x 27.64 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.4 kg |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Researchers consulting Domesday material in English.
- Readers interested in the legal and social history of late-eleventh-century England.
- Libraries or home reference collections able to accommodate a long, heavy volume.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a brief overview or a lightweight book for everyday carrying.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback highlights its usefulness as a research reference, its informative content and interest as a glimpse of the past. Readers also report value for money and positive translation feedback, while readability experiences are mixed. These views may matter especially for buyers using the 1,456-page English edition for reference, though the reported praise does not guarantee that every reader will find such a long text easy to use.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as an informative and fascinating reference for historical research.
- Feedback praises the translation and value for money, with a mention of explanations for archaic wording.
Mixed feedback
- Readability feedback is mixed, a relevant consideration for a very long historical source.
Frequently asked questions
Is this edition a complete translation?
The title and publisher description present it as a complete translation covering Great and Little Domesday.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 1,456 pages and a listed weight of 1.4 kg.
Is the text in English?
Yes. The listing specifies English, and customer feedback mentions explanations of archaic wording.
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