Description
Peter the Great 1240-1285
Book Summary
This work constitutes the official catalog of the exhibition of the same name held at the Archives of the Crown of Aragon, offering a documentary journey through the figure of Peter the Great, a key monarch in the consolidation of the Crown of Aragon. Through a careful selection of original documents from the archive itself, the reader will be able to delve into the political, military, and administrative life of a king who marked a turning point in the medieval history of the Mediterranean. It is a trilingual edition (Spanish, Catalan, and English) that combines historical rigor with valuable graphic material.
What is it about?
The book brings together a collection of documents from the Archives of the Crown of Aragon, focusing on the figure of King Peter III, nicknamed "the Great" by historiography. Through these materials, his reign (1276-1285) is reconstructed, highlighting his role as one of the main architects of the Crown of Aragon. The work addresses aspects such as his military campaigns in the Mediterranean, his conflict with the House of Anjou, the conquest of Sicily, and his complex relationship with the nobility and the kingdom's institutions. The catalog not only presents the documents but also contextualizes them historically, offering a complete vision of a monarch who expanded the borders and power of his crown.
Main Topics
- The historical figure of Peter the Great and his reign (1240-1285).
- Original documentation from the Archives of the Crown of Aragon as a primary source.
- The Mediterranean expansion of the Crown of Aragon in the 13th century.
- Politics, war, and administration in the medieval Iberian Peninsula.
- The conquest of Sicily and the conflict with the House of Anjou.
Who is it recommended for?
This catalog is aimed at historians, researchers, and students of medieval history, as well as enthusiasts of the history of the Crown of Aragon and the medieval Mediterranean. It is also of great interest to professionals in archival science and paleography, and to any educated reader who wishes to delve deeper into the figure of one of the most relevant monarchs of the period through original documentary sources.
What this book offers
- Access to a selection of original historical documents from the Archives of the Crown of Aragon, contextualized and annotated.
- A rigorous and detailed vision of the reign of Peter the Great, based on primary sources.
- A trilingual edition (Spanish, Catalan, and English) that facilitates consultation for an international audience.
- Graphic and documentary material of high historical value, originating from an official exhibition.
Technical Specifications
- Author: VARIOUS
- Publisher: Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Area d
- Language: Spanish
- Collection: OUT OF COLLECTION
- Binding: Others
- Date of publication: January 2011
- Number of pages: 128
- Weight: 643 g
Editorial Assessment
This is a reference work for the study of the medieval Aragonese monarchy, notable for its documentary rigor and careful editing. The selection of documents, presented within the framework of an official exhibition, offers the reader a unique opportunity to approach the figure of Peter the Great through the sources themselves. Its trilingual nature and visual approach make it a useful tool for both specialists and a general audience interested in the history of the Crown of Aragon.