History of William the Conqueror - Couverture souple

Abbott, Jacob

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1616088478 ISBN 13 : 9781616088477

Editeur : Skyhorse, 2012

Synopsis

Jacob Abbott was one of the most prolific American writers of history in the nineteenth century, writing many biographies on the world’s most influential leaders in a clear and exciting style. This comprehensive volume, first published in 1849 and part of Abbott’s Illustrated Histories series, details the remarkable and fascinating life of William the Conqueror, the first Norman King of England.  

The king’s life is researched and recorded thoroughly, chronicling the years from his illegitimate birth to his calamitous burial. Born in Normandy and promised the throne of England by King Edward, William decided to invade the country after another contender for the crown took the throne. Abbott recounts the famous Battle of Hastings in great detail, and with an enthralling narrative captures the young conqueror’s struggles, ambition, and aspirations during his time in power.  

William the Conqueror’s reign in England significantly transformed the country, whose residents resented being ruled by a foreigner who relied entirely upon his army to keep the country in subjugation and who suppressed their many revolts. With a brief history of the Saxon and Danish kings of England and the dukes of Normandy, and original engravings, this book is great for anyone interested in the political struggles of the Middle Ages, and is a valuable addition to any history buff’s library.   

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Jacob Abbott (1803-1879) was a prolific author, writing juvenile fiction, popular science, brief histories, biographies, and religious books for the general reader. After graduating from Bowdoin College in 1820 and becoming ordained in 1826, he founded a high school for girls in Boston and another in New York.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Skyhorse
• Date d'édition: 2012
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1616088478
• ISBN 13: 9781616088477
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 176
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• Personne responsable: non disponible