Stories from English History from Julius Caesar to the Black Prince
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ISBN10: 1162636017
ISBN13: 9781162636016
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 250
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781162636016
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 250
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Stories from English History from Julius Caesar to the Black Prince by A. J. Church is a book that provides an engaging narrative of the key events and personalities that shaped English history from the Roman invasion until the end of the 14th century. The book is divided into chapters that cover major historical periods, such as the Roman occupation, the Anglo-Saxon era, the Norman Conquest, the Plantagenet dynasty, and the Hundred Years' War. Each chapter includes several stories that highlight important events, battles, and figures, such as Julius Caesar's invasion of Britain, King Alfred's defense against the Vikings, William the Conqueror's conquest of England, the Magna Carta, and the Black Prince's victories in France. The stories are written in a clear and concise style that is accessible to readers of all ages and backgrounds. The book is also illustrated with black and white drawings that help bring the stories to life. Overall, Stories from English History from Julius Caesar to the Black Prince is an excellent introduction to English history that is both informative and entertaining.1895. With many illustrations. Contents: Part I. Under the Romans: Caius Valerius and his Grandfather; The First Coming of Julius Caesar; The Second Coming Julius Caesar; King Caractacus; Boadicea; Part II. In Saxon Times: The Story of Vortigern; The Story of King Arthur; How England Became Christian; King Alfred; How King Athelstan Fought at Brunanburgh; The Story of King Canute; Harold the Earl; Harold the King; William, Duke of Normandy; Part III. Under the Norman Kings and Their Successors: William, King of England; The Red King; Thomas Becket, The Chancellor; Thomas Becket, The Archbishop; King Richard's Crusade; King Richard's Crusade: The King of France Goes Back; Magna Charta; The Story of Prince Edward; The Battle of Bannockburn; How King Edward III. Won the Battle of Sluys; The Battle of Crecy; How Calais was Taken; and The Great Battle of Poitiers.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.
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