English Kings Or Sketches Of British History: From The Invasion Of Caesar To The Abdication Of James The Second

By Henry Holmes

Book Overview

""English Kings or Sketches of British History: From the Invasion of Caesar to the Abdication of James the Second"" is a historical book written by Henry Holmes in 1843. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of England from the Roman invasion led by Julius Caesar to the reign of King James II, who abdicated the throne in 1688. The book is divided into chapters, each dedicated to a particular monarch or significant event in English history. The author presents a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural developments of each period, including the rise and fall of dynasties, wars, invasions, religious conflicts, and the evolution of the English language and literature. In addition to presenting historical facts, the author also provides his interpretation and analysis of the events and personalities of each era. He highlights the achievements and failures of the monarchs, their relations with the Church, the nobility, and the common people, and their impact on the development of the English nation. Overall, ""English Kings or Sketches of British History"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of England and the evolution of its political and cultural identity. The book is well-researched, engagingly written, and provides a fascinating insight into the complex and often turbulent history of England.With A Short Glance At The Period Subsequent To 1688.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104122588
• ISBN13: 9781104122584
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 68 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"