Die historia francorum senonensis und der Aufstieg des Hauses Capet
Joachim Ehlers
Abstract In this inquiry the author confronts historiographical view of rise Capetians to power, as represented by Historia Francorum Senonensis , with historical reality. He comes conclusion that medieval historian, writing in thirties eleventh century, sought selection, combination, interpretation, and presentation his passages propagate a which had originated at archbishop's court Sens. The actual political motive was dispute Sens Reins over coronation rights; it explains anti-Capetian tendency author's account dynastic change 987. Moreover, is possible discern consciousness able consider West-Frankish/French monarchy independent from considerations. We are thus dealing not statement Carolingian point view, but reaction particular situation ecclesiastical politics combined non-personal theory state.
Journal of Medieval History