An Introduction To The History Of England (1708)

By Bart ) William Temple (Sir and William Temple

Book Overview

""An Introduction to the History of England"" is a historical book written by William Temple in 1708. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of England, from the earliest times to the end of the seventeenth century. It covers various aspects of English history, including politics, religion, culture, and society. The book is divided into four parts. The first part focuses on the Anglo-Saxon period, discussing the origins of the English people, the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, and the Viking invasions. The second part covers the Norman Conquest and the medieval period, including the reigns of William the Conqueror, Henry II, and Richard the Lionheart. The third part covers the Tudor and Stuart periods, including the reigns of Henry VIII, Elizabeth I, James I, and Charles I. This section also discusses the English Civil War and the Commonwealth period. The final part covers the Restoration period and the reigns of William III and Mary II, Anne, and George I.Throughout the book, Temple provides a detailed analysis of the key events and figures that shaped English history. He also discusses the social, economic, and cultural changes that occurred during each period. Overall, ""An Introduction to the History of England"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history. It provides a comprehensive overview of the country's past and is written in a clear and concise style that is accessible to readers of all levels.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: 1165925052
• ISBN13: 9781165925056
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"