Rise Of The People And Growth Of Parliament: From The Great Charter To The Accession Of Henry VII, 1215-1485 (1876)

By James Rowley

Book Overview

Rise Of The People And Growth Of Parliament: From The Great Charter To The Accession Of Henry VII, 1215-1485 is a historical book written by James Rowley and published in 1876. The book provides a comprehensive account of the rise of the people and the growth of parliament during the period between the signing of the Great Charter and the accession of Henry VII in England. The book starts with an introduction that provides an overview of the political and social conditions in England during the 13th century. It then goes on to discuss the significance of the Great Charter and its impact on the development of parliamentary institutions. The book provides detailed accounts of the various political and social movements that emerged during this period, including the Peasants' Revolt and the Wars of the Roses.The author also examines the role of the monarchy and the aristocracy in the development of parliamentary institutions. He discusses the evolution of the House of Lords and the House of Commons, and the emergence of parliamentary privileges and procedures. The book also provides insights into the various political and social issues that shaped English society during this period, including the Black Death, the Hundred Years' War, and the Reformation.Overall, Rise Of The People And Growth Of Parliament: From The Great Charter To The Accession Of Henry VII, 1215-1485 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of England during the medieval period. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the political, social, and economic conditions that shaped the development of parliamentary institutions in England.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: 1164636065
• ISBN13: 9781164636069
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"