Chapter II: Introduction: A. D. Page

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