In this comprehensive and well-illustrated book, Helen Clarke lends an archaeological perspective to the study of medieval England. Informed by both historical and contemporary research, she presents a complete picture of the life of the people in medieval England. Dr Clarke proceeds from an in-depth examination of archaeological evidence drawn from villages and moated sites to parish churches, monasteries, castles, craft and industry. She concludes with a survey of towns and trade. The book is extensively illustrated with photographs, maps and diagrams.