The aristocracy

Aristocracy on the social, economic, and institutional history of all European countries until a few generations ago, and the effects of their authority still surround us and we see them in arts, architecture, and clothing. In this book, the author William Doyle investigates the origin of aristocratic ideas and their transformation in the Middle Ages, and strips the aristocrats of the myths they worked to surround themselves with, to reveal the true sources of their long-lasting power. Through studying how their values and behaviors influenced other members of society, Doyle ultimately discusses how and why their dominance diminished, and what remains of their legacy in our current era.