The Routledge Handbook of Public Taxation in Medieval Europe

In the twelfth century, taxation became an essential component of medieval society in most parts of Europe, shaping state-building processes and relations between princes and their subjects. This volume provides a comprehensive overview of medieval European fiscal systems and practices, exploring themes such as fiscal theory, royal and urban taxation, and Church taxation. It also includes a glossary of the most important types of medieval taxes.

Format: Hardback
Length: 498 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Taxation played a pivotal role in medieval European society, emerging as a crucial aspect in the twelfth century. It profoundly influenced the state-building process, as well as the dynamics between princes and their subject cities or citizens and their rulers. Despite the extensive research on medieval taxation, there has yet to be a comprehensive synthesis of this important subject. This volume aims to address this gap by offering a comprehensive overview of fiscal systems and practices across medieval Europe.

The book delves into various themes, including medieval fiscal theory, the power to tax, royal and urban taxation, and Church taxation. It provides a comprehensive survey of the European continent, including comparative chapters on the non-European medieval world, exploring the development and functioning of taxation, the challenges authorities faced in assessing their fiscal power, and the circulation of fiscal cultures and practices across cities and kingdoms. Additionally, the book includes a glossary of the most important types of medieval taxes, providing essential definitions of key terms cited in the chapters.

The Routledge Handbook of Public Taxation in Medieval Europe is designed to appeal to a wide audience, including seasoned scholars seeking a comprehensive synthesis, students and younger scholars seeking an introduction to this critical subject, and anyone interested in understanding the historical and economic context of medieval Europe.

Weight: 1110g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367903367