Charles The Second

By John Heneage Jesse

Book Overview

""Charles The Second"" is a biography of King Charles II of England, written by John Heneage Jesse. The book provides a detailed account of the life and reign of Charles II, who ascended to the throne after the execution of his father, King Charles I. The book covers Charles II's exile in Europe, his restoration to the throne, his relationships with his mistresses, his political and military achievements, and his impact on English society and culture. Jesse draws on a variety of sources, including contemporary accounts, letters, and diaries, to provide a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of England's most fascinating monarchs. The book is written in a lively and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in English history.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: 1428659773
• ISBN13: 9781428659773
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"