The Comic History Of England

By Gilbert Abbott à Beckett

Book Overview

The Comic History of England is a humorous and satirical account of the history of England, from the time of Julius Caesar to Queen Victoria. Written by Gilbert Abbott A'Beckett, a Victorian-era humorist and playwright, the book is filled with witty illustrations and tongue-in-cheek commentary on the events and characters that shaped England's past. A'Beckett takes a lighthearted approach to history, poking fun at the foibles and quirks of kings, queens, and other historical figures. The book covers major events such as the Norman Conquest, the Wars of the Roses, and the reign of Elizabeth I, as well as lesser-known but equally entertaining episodes from England's past. The Comic History of England is a delightful read for anyone who loves history and appreciates a good laugh.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: 1432644513
• ISBN13: 9781432644512
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 652 Pages
• Weight: 2.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"