The Illustrated History Of England V1

By Joshua Toulmin Smith and Thomas Keightley

Book Overview

The Illustrated History of England Volume 1 is a comprehensive book written by Thomas Keightley. It covers the history of England from the earliest times to the reign of Henry VII. The book is illustrated with numerous maps, engravings, and drawings that provide a visual representation of the historical events and figures discussed in the text.The book begins with a discussion of the earliest inhabitants of England, including the Celts and the Romans. It then covers the Anglo-Saxon period, the Norman Conquest, and the Plantagenet dynasty. The book also discusses the Wars of the Roses and the Tudor period, including the reigns of Henry VII and Henry VIII.Throughout the book, Keightley provides a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural developments that shaped England's history. He also includes biographical sketches of key figures, such as William the Conqueror, Richard the Lionheart, and Elizabeth I.Overall, The Illustrated History of England Volume 1 is an informative and engaging book that provides a comprehensive overview of England's rich history. It is an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating country.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: 1163128171
• ISBN13: 9781163128176
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 570 Pages
• Weight: 2.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"