Queen Elizabeth's Englishings (1899)

by Caroline Pemberton

Book Overview

Queen Elizabeth's Englishings is a book written by Caroline Pemberton and published in 1899. The book is a collection of translations and adaptations of various works that were either written or translated by Queen Elizabeth I of England. The book includes translations of poems by Petrarch, Horace, and other poets, as well as translations of religious texts and works of philosophy. It also includes Elizabeth's own translations of French and Italian works, such as the ""Epistles of Ovid"" and ""The Triumph of Death"" by Petrarch. The book provides insight into the literary and intellectual interests of Queen Elizabeth I, and highlights her skill as a linguist and translator. Additionally, the book offers a glimpse into the cultural and literary landscape of Elizabethan England. Overall, Queen Elizabeth's Englishings is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Elizabethan literature and history.This Book Is In English.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: 1167534565
• ISBN13: 9781167534560
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"