CHAPTER I

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INTRODUCTION.

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Character of the reign of William Rufus 3 The Norman Conquest in one sense completed, in another undone 3 Feudal developement under Rufus and Flambard 4 Growth of anti-feudal tendencies 4 Extension of the power of England at home 4 Beginning of rivalry between England and France 5 Change in the European position of England 5 Personal character of William Rufus 5-6 His companions and adversaries; Anselm and Helias 6 Last warfare between Normans and English; results of the struggle 6-7 The Norman kingship becomes English 7 Effects of the French war 7 Scheme of the work 8

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