History Of King Richard The First Of England (1857)

By Jacob Abbott

Book Overview

""History of King Richard the First of England"" is a book written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1857. It is a historical account of the life and reign of King Richard the First, also known as Richard the Lionheart, who ruled England from 1189 to 1199. The book covers Richard's early life, his ascension to the throne, and his military campaigns, including the Third Crusade. It also explores his relationships with his family, including his mother, Eleanor of Aquitaine, and his brother, Prince John. Abbott's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to readers of all ages. He provides a detailed and well-researched account of Richard's life, drawing on primary sources such as chronicles and letters. Overall, ""History of King Richard the First of England"" is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in medieval history or the life of this iconic king.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: 1120200849
• ISBN13: 9781120200846
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"