Chronicles Of England: A Metrical History (1842)

By George Raymond

Book Overview

Chronicles Of England: A Metrical History is a book written by George Raymond and published in 1842. The book is a poetic retelling of the history of England, from the time of the Roman conquest to the reign of King Henry VIII. The author uses a variety of poetic forms, including ballads, sonnets, and odes, to tell the story of England's rulers, wars, and cultural achievements. The book is divided into chapters, each covering a specific period in English history. The author draws upon various historical sources, including the writings of Bede and Geoffrey of Monmouth, to create a vivid and engaging account of England's past. The book is notable for its use of language, which is rich and poetic, and for its historical accuracy. Chronicles Of England: A Metrical History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history or poetry.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: 1436806631
• ISBN13: 9781436806633
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"