Books by Elton

This study attempts to discover the fate of reforming programmes when efforts were made to translate them into reality.

This book is a study of change in the methods and principles of English government in the sixteenth century, from the 'household' methods of the Middle Ages to the bureaucratic organization of a national monarchy. The most important decade, 1530-40, is given most concentrated attention, but the earlier and later phases are also touched upon.

This is the only available modern, comprehensive analysis of the practice of warfare in Europe at the time of the collapse of the Roman Empire and barbarian invasions. It analyses the military practices and capabilities of the Romans and their northern enemies at policy, strategic, operational, and tactical levels, and covers civil wars, sieges, and naval warfare.