The Foundations Of England: Or Twelve Centuries Of British History B.C. 55 To A.D. 1154

By James Henry Ramsay and James H. Ramsay

Book Overview

""The Foundations of England: Or Twelve Centuries of British History B.C. 55 to A.D. 1154"" is a comprehensive historical account of the early foundations and development of England. Written by James H. Ramsay, this book covers a period of over 1,200 years, from the Roman invasion of Britain in 55 BC to the accession of Henry II in 1154. The book explores the various political, social, and cultural factors that shaped England during this period, including the influence of the Roman Empire, the arrival of the Anglo-Saxons, the Viking invasions, and the Norman Conquest. Ramsay also examines the role of key figures in English history, such as King Alfred the Great, William the Conqueror, and Thomas Becket.Throughout the book, Ramsay provides detailed analysis and interpretation of historical events, drawing on a range of primary and secondary sources. He also places England's development in a wider European context, highlighting the connections and interactions between England and other countries during this period.Overall, ""The Foundations of England"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the early history of England, providing a rich and detailed account of the country's formative years.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: 116363784X
• ISBN13: 9781163637845
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 538 Pages
• Weight: 1.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"