Description
Medieval Balmaseda
Book Summary
This work offers the first complete and exhaustive interpretation of the medieval history of the town of Balmaseda, covering its political, economic, and social life. The reader will be able to delve enjoyably into the complexities of an active society within the Biscayan context, discovering an era less dark than is commonly thought. A rigorous study that reveals the pulse of a community in the Middle Ages.
What is it about?
The book analyzes in depth the evolution of Balmaseda during the medieval period, from its foundation to its consolidation as a town. It examines the local power structures, the economic dynamics that drove its growth, and the social relationships that defined the daily life of its inhabitants. Through an integrative approach, it reconstructs the political framework, commercial and artisanal activities, as well as the tensions and alliances that marked its development, offering a renewed and complete vision of its medieval past.
Main themes
- Political structure and local government in the medieval Biscayan town.
- Economic evolution: trade, craftsmanship, and productive activities.
- Social organization and dynamics of daily life.
- Foundation, development, and urban consolidation of Balmaseda.
- Power relations and conflicts in the context of the Basque Middle Ages.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at historians, university students of History and related disciplines, as well as any reader interested in the local history of the Basque Country, the peninsular Middle Ages, or the evolution of medieval towns. It will also be of great value to the inhabitants of Balmaseda and its region who wish to know their territory's past in depth.
What this book offers
- The first comprehensive and exhaustive vision of the medieval history of Balmaseda.
- A rigorous analysis that dismantles clichés about the darkness of the Middle Ages.
- Detailed understanding of the political, economic, and social life of a Biscayan town.
- An enjoyable read that combines academic rigor with popular accessibility.
Technical specifications
- Author: SANTOS SALAZAR, IGOR
- Publisher: SANS SOLEIL EDICIONES
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: HISTORY, SOCIAL AND CULTURAL HISTORY
- Collection: ALAVA MEDIEVAL
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: November 2021
- Number of pages: 204
- Weight: 435 g
Editorial review
This is a reference work for the knowledge of Balmaseda's medieval past, which fills a historiographical gap with a complete and well-documented approach. Its ability to integrate the different facets of life in the town makes it an essential read for specialists and local history enthusiasts, offering a renewed and enriching perspective on a fundamental period.