The Adventures Of King James II Of England

By Thomas De Longueville and Thomas 1844-1922 Longueville

Book Overview

The Adventures of King James II of England is a historical fiction novel written by Thomas Longueville. The book follows the life and adventures of King James II of England, who ruled from 1685 to 1688. The story begins with James's childhood and his early years as a soldier, before moving on to his ascension to the throne and his struggles to maintain his power in the face of opposition from his own subjects and foreign powers. Throughout the novel, Longueville weaves together historical facts and imaginative storytelling to create a vivid and engaging portrait of one of England's most controversial monarchs. He explores James's relationships with his family, his advisors, and his enemies, as well as his political and religious beliefs. The book also delves into the political and social climate of 17th century England, including the conflicts between Catholics and Protestants, the tensions between the monarchy and Parliament, and the role of foreign powers in English affairs.Overall, The Adventures of King James II of England is a gripping and entertaining read that offers a fresh perspective on a fascinating period of English history. Whether you are a history buff or simply enjoy a good adventure story, this book is sure to captivate and entertain.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: 1425494862
• ISBN13: 9781425494865
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 640 Pages
• Weight: 2.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"