TY  - BOOK
AU  - Estow
TI  - Pedro the Cruel of Castile (1350-1369)
T2  - The Medieval Mediterranean
SN  - 9789004478091
AV  - DP141.6 
U1  - 946/.202/092 23
PY  - 1995///
CY  - Leiden; , Boston
PB  - BRILL
KW  - Kings and rulers
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index; Acknowledgements -- List of Illustrations -- Abbreviations -- Introduction -- 1. The Legacy of Alfonso XI -- 2. The Nobility and the New Regime -- 3. Castile, 1351 -- 4. Facer Justicia -- 5. Royal finances -- 6. Of Wives and Lovers -- 7. "Ennobler of Jews and Moors" -- 8. Peninsular Ambitions -- 9. The Mercenaries -- 10. Mano a Mano -- Epilogue -- Bibliography -- Index
N2  - This work deals with the reign of Pedro I of Castile (1350-1369), known as "The Cruel," one of the most notorious and misunderstood figures in the annals of peninsular history. This is the first book on the subject that analyzes Pedro's rule in light of social, political, diplomatic, and economic conditions in mid-14th century Castile. Using extant primary documentation from archival sources and the most recent findings of scholars from various fields, the book explores in detail the historical basis for Pedro's reputation and the extent to which this reputation unfairly rests on the testimony of Pero López de Ayala, the reign's principal chronicler. The book provides fresh insights into various aspects of Pedro's career, such as his political aims, relations with religious minorities, and fiscal policies
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/9789004478091
ER  -