The assemblies of Alfonso VIII of Castile: Burgos (1169) to Carrión (1188)
José Manuel Cerda Costabal
The plenary courts of Alfonso VIII Castile (1158–1214) have not been studied in depth by his biographers, nor those interested the early history parliamentary assemblies, yet their function, composition and frequency reveal interesting aspects dynamics institutional change relationship between monarchy aristocracy. These became an important instrument for centralisation governance; political relevance is clearly recognised commemorative clauses some royal diplomas, but has generally overlooked scholars more concerned with constitutional landmarks developments. present study will address nature importance great summoned VIII, from court Burgos 1169 to that Carrion de los Condes 1188, gatherings served publicise two crucial moments long reign: coming king's majority, consolidation as Iberian l...
Journal of Medieval Iberian Studies