This special subject course will look at the other side of the traditional image of the medieval hierarchy as a mean, grasping and basically parasitic organization, the main aim of which was to extract as much wealth out of the population as possible. Examining not only the role of kings in their subjects' welfare, but also the social, economic, and religious structure beneath them, it will consider questions about the sources, means and redistribution of largesse, as well as the purpose benevolence served for both patron and client. Marks will be deducted for poor presentation, spelling, grammar and late submission. Quotations and ideas which are not your own MUST be identified either by use of a footnote or endnote.
Credit is given for the development of a coherent, consistent, and credible argument.
To achieve maximum impact, you need to know how the essay will end before you start writing it. Careful planning is therefore essential. A bibliography MUST be supplied with each essay submitted and primary documents are to be used in backing up your argument. For more information on essay presentation, see History Handbook 2001-2002 . The views expressed in this document are those of the document owner.