Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life of a fascinating figure from the tumultuous 14th and 15th centuries: John Hardyng, a soldier, historian, and diplomat. The author takes us on a journey through Hardyng's eventful life, detailing his early years as a young squire in the service of the renowned Sir Henry Percy, known as "Hotspur." We witness Hardyng's participation in crucial battles, including the Battle of Shrewsbury, where his patron was tragically slain. The book then chronicles Hardyng's subsequent involvement in the complex political landscape of Scotland, where he was tasked with retrieving crucial documents that proved England's claim to dominion over the Scottish crown. Hardyng's travels and his perilous quest to secure these documents are vividly recounted, revealing the author's meticulous research into historical records and manuscripts. The book explores the themes of loyalty, ambition, and the pursuit of power during a turbulent period in English history. It sheds light on the intricate relationship between England and Scotland, and the author's deep understanding of the historical context provides insights into the motivations and actions of the key figures involved. Through a meticulous account of John Hardyng's extraordinary life, this book offers a compelling glimpse into the world of medieval politics, diplomacy, and warfare. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334062421_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334062421
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334062421
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Vendeur : moluna, Greven, Allemagne
Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Chronicle of Iohn Hardyng: Containing an Account of Public Transactions From the Earliest Period of English History to the Beginning of the Reign of King Edward the FourthrnrnPrevio. To this fatal contest in which. N° de réf. du vendeur 2148108689
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Vendeur : AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Allemagne
Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334062421
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